igforum.bio
/
migraine-and-high-blood-pressure-knowing-the-risk-and-relationship-everyday-health
-
19071
A
% Migraine and High Blood Pressure: Knowing the Risk and Relationship Everyday Health MenuNewslettersSearch Migraine
visibility
261 views
thumb_up
6 likes
A
Researchers are working to fully understand the link between high blood pressure and migraine; it’s unclear whether one causes the other, or whether there is another factor that may cause them both. Whatever the case, it’s important for anyone with high blood pressure to get it under control, and that’s especially true for people with other risk factors for heart disease, including migraine.
thumb_up
27 likes
E
“Individuals with migraine are at higher risk overall of cardiovascular disease, particularly stroke, so for that reason, it’s important for people with migraine to manage other risk factors, including hypertension,” says Pamela Rist, ScD, an assistant professor at Harvard Medical School and the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health and an associate epidemiologist at Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston.
thumb_up
0 likes
R
RELATED: What You Need to Know About Migraine and Heart Disease
Research on the Link Between Migraine and High Blood Pressure
Women are three times more likely than men to have migraine, according to the Migraine Research Foundation, and for this reason, much of the research on the link between hypertension and migraine has been conducted on women. According to Dr.
thumb_up
42 likes
D
Rist, “it’s difficult to untangle the two conditions, and to do so, we need to look at it from so many different angles. It appears that there is a genetic trait linked with both, but some believe it’s a causal relationship,” meaning that either migraine causes high blood pressure or vice versa. In a study examining the potential causal relationship, published in February 2018 in the journal Cephalalgia, researchers followed nearly 30,000 women for 12 years.
thumb_up
5 likes
L
They found that, overall, women who had a history of any type of migraine were more likely to have high blood pressure than women who did not have a history of migraine. In addition, some types of migraine appeared to be correlated with higher rates of hypertension than others.
thumb_up
4 likes
I
Compared with women with no history of migraine, those who had a history of migraine without aura had a 21 percent increased risk of hypertension — twice that of women who had migraine with aura, whose risk was elevated by roughly 10 percent. A study looking for a genetic explanation, published on July 6, 2020, in Nature Communications, identified 12 genes that appeared to have an impact on both blood pressure and susceptibility to migraine.
thumb_up
44 likes
D
The research supported previous observations that the major types of migraine, migraine with aura and migraine without aura, were associated with higher systolic pressure, which is a measure of the force exerted when your heart contracts and is the first number in a blood pressure reading, as well as diastolic blood pressure, or the force exerted between beats and the second number in a blood pressure reading. The link was strongest between elevated diastolic blood pressure and increased susceptibility to migraine.
Can a Migraine Cause High Blood Pressure
During migraine attacks, some people report elevated blood pressure, which may be part of an autonomic response to pain, says Teshamae Monteith, MD, the chief of the headache division at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine in Florida, who is also on the editorial board of the American Migraine Foundation.
thumb_up
36 likes
Z
“People may not have blood pressure problems between migraine attacks, but when migraine attacks are frequent, blood pressure abnormalities become more concerning,” Dr. Monteith says, noting that in such cases, a doctor may prescribe hypertension medications such as beta-blockers to help prevent migraine attacks. In other cases, headache accompanied by high blood pressure can sometimes be a sign of another underlying condition, says Monteith.
thumb_up
43 likes
A
This can be particularly true in cases of supine hypertension, in which a person’s blood pressure rises when they lie down. People with sleep apnea may also experience both migraine and hypertension in the morning, and rare conditions such as pheochromocytoma, or tumors in the endocrine system, can also cause high blood pressure alongside intermittent headaches, she says.
thumb_up
42 likes
D
What Does a Headache Feel Like With High Blood Pressure
According to the American Heart Association (AHA), a headache can be a sign that a person is experiencing a hypertensive crisis, meaning blood pressure reaches 180/120 millimeters of mercury (mmHg) or higher, which is a medical emergency if it does not quickly lower. Anyone who experiences blood pressure this high and has a headache or nosebleed should see a doctor immediately, the AHA notes. When systolic blood pressure is greater than 180, headache can occur along with confusion and visual changes, adds Monteith.
thumb_up
28 likes
J
“Any secondary warning signs could be a sign of something much worse,” she says. These signs include vision loss, weakness, vertigo, trouble with balance, or change in speech. Pregnant women should be keenly aware of any warning sign that may indicate high blood pressure, including migraine.
thumb_up
40 likes
H
“Headaches and severe hypertension can sometimes be signs of a stroke, so getting to the emergency room immediately, especially if neurological symptoms develop, is critical,” says Monteith. NEWSLETTERS
Sign up for our Chronic Pain Newsletter
SubscribeBy subscribing you agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.The Latest in Migraine
Migraine Diet Modifications What Really Works
By emphasizing anti-inflammatory foods in your diet and being aware of potential food triggers, you may be able to reduce the frequency of migraine attacks...By Quinn PhillipsOctober 20, 2022Nerve Stimulation Devices for Migraine Treatment
Devices that deliver electrical or magnetic pulses to specific nerves may reduce migraine episodes or pain intensity.By Brian P.
thumb_up
21 likes
N
DunleavyOctober 4, 2022
Causes and Risk Factors of Migraine
Genetics and other risk factors make you more likely to have migraine. Here are the most common triggers to avoid.By Becky UphamSeptember 28, 2022Considering Cannabis for Migraine Pain Here s What You Need to Know
There’s reason to think cannabis is a useful treatment option for some people with migraine, but its effects vary from person to person.By Liz SchererSeptember 14, 2022Does Migraine Cause Memory Loss
Migraine’s effects on the brain and memory are complex. Here’s what you need to know.By Brian P.
thumb_up
4 likes
S
DunleavySeptember 12, 2022
What Is Migraine Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment and Prevention
By Brian P. DunleavyJune 27, 202210 Tips for Taming Migraines While Traveling
Coping with a migraine can put a serious damper on travel plans.
thumb_up
11 likes
I
Use this advice to stay headache-free and enjoy your trip.By Jen LaskeyJune 7, 2022
10 Things You Need to Know About Medication-Overuse Headache
What leads to medication-overuse headache, and how can you reduce your risk?By Becky UphamApril 22, 2022Migraine Signs and Symptoms
By Brian P. DunleavyMarch 18, 2022How Is Migraine Diagnosed
Too often, migraine goes undiagnosed. But a correct diagnosis can lead to better treatment and improved quality of life.By Becky UphamMarch 14, 2022 MORE INCauses and Risk Factors of Migraine
Your Everyday Guide to Living Well With Migraine
Expert Advice on Managing Chronic Migraine
thumb_up
30 likes
Similar Discussions
-
10 best Guardian skins in Valorant Episode 5 Act 2 ranked
-
IND vs SA 2022 Suryakumar Yadav s batting approach is a double edged sword Ashish Nehra on SKY s downside
-
Chelsea enter race to sign 130 million rated Real Madrid and Liverpool transfer target Reports
-
GTA 6 mission that can be recreated from Vice City
-
Ukraine vs Scotland prediction preview team news and more UEFA Nations League 2022 23
-
The Walking Dead interview Eleanor Matsuura
-
Best and Worst of AEW Dynamite Grand Slam Another former WWE Superstar debuts big mistake with Jon Moxley multiple title changes
-
Watch When Roger Federer taught physics to a tennis umpire on the court
-
Dakota Kai celebrates important milestone in her WWE career
-
EC3 on why Robert Roode is absent from WWE
-
5 potential finishes for the Four Team Number One Contender match for the Undisputed Tag Team Championship on WWE SmackDown
-
5 Simple Quad Strengthening Exercises for Beginners
-
Wrestling veteran feels AEW could wind up like WCW following top star s reference to Triple H and multiple WWE names on Dynamite
-
One Piece Chapter 1060 hint teases major appearance from Im sama
-
Which country won the Volleyball Men s World Championship 2022?
-
So much for all the hype during the trade deadline Can we help Manny out a little more next time? San Diego Padres fans embarrassed by team s loss to bitter rivals Los Angeles Dodgers
-
Novak Djokovic fans react to Rafael Nadal losing out on World No 1 ranking to either Carlos Alcaraz or Casper Ruud
-
Angers vs Montpellier Prediction and Betting Tips September 11th 2022
-
IGM vs KWN Dream11 Prediction Fantasy Cricket Tips Today s Playing 11 and Pitch Report for ICC Academy Summer Cup 2022 Match 20
-
When will GTA Online weekly update for September 8 come out?
-
WWE s Seth Rollins discloses details about Cody Rhodes return
-
Where to buy Nike LeBron 20 Violet Frost colorway? Price release date and more details explored
-
IND vs SL Asia Cup 2022 Weather report in Dubai as India gear up for Super 4 clash on Tuesday Sep 6
-
I may have to make a little comeback and race you to 700 Yankees legend Alex Rodriguez challenges Cardinals veteran Albert Pujols to a race for 700 HR
-
IND vs PAK 2022 It will be very early for the Indian team management to sit out KL Rahul Saba Karim on opener s place in the playing XI
-
SL vs BAN Dream11 Prediction Fantasy Cricket Tips Today s Playing 11 Player Stats Pitch Report for Asia Cup 2022 Match 5
-
Max Verstappen drops a sarcastic comment about his personal life
-
5 WWE Superstars who were arrested on screen
-
Twitter erupts as Erling Haaland hat trick powers Manchester City to massive 6 0 win over Nottingham Forest
-
6 Too Good To Be True Psoriasis Treatments Everyday Health