igforum.bio
/
migraine-causes-significant-disability-beyond-headache-phase-survey-shows-everyday-health
-
19607
L
%Start Migraine Causes Significant Disability Beyond Headache Phase Survey Shows Everyday Health MenuNewslettersSearch Migraine
visibility
462 views
thumb_up
6 likes
A
DunleavyReviewed: June 1, 2020Fact-CheckedThe disabling symptoms of a migraine attack can go on for days at a time.Marta Lebek/StocksyMigraine attacks come on like a thief in the night, often taking those with the condition by surprise. However, unlike a common burglar, migraine attacks tend to stick around. These are among the key findings of the My Migraine Voice study, published on May 5, 2020, in the journal Headache; the international study surveyed people in 31 countries across North and South America, Europe, the Middle East and Northern Africa, and the Asia Pacific region.
thumb_up
6 likes
A
The results published recently focus on respondents from the United States, while the global findings were published in the November 2018 issue of the Journal of Headache and Pain. For the U.S.
thumb_up
37 likes
S
component, which was sponsored by the drugmaker Amgen, the authors surveyed more than 1,100 adults with migraine who experienced four or more migraine days each month to learn more about how the symptoms affect them and the steps they take to manage their health.
Disability Associated With Migraine Frequently Underestimated
“People often underestimate the level and duration of disability that migraine causes during an attack,” says Paula K.
thumb_up
20 likes
E
Dumas, a coauthor of My Migraine Voice and editor in chief of MigraineAgain, a website owned by Everyday Health Group. Dumas also experiences migraine attacks herself.
thumb_up
1 likes
D
“A bad attack can take an otherwise healthy person down for days at a time, including the prodrome, aura, headache, and postdrome phases,” Dumas adds. “Add up those days people cannot function, and you have a condition that’s the No. 1 most disabling condition among people under 50 years old, according to the World Health Organization (WHO).
thumb_up
13 likes
M
This report illuminates the fact that migraine is much, much more than a bad headache.”
All Phases of a Migraine Attack Can Cause Impairment
Indeed, Dumas and the other researchers found that 95 percent of survey respondents with migraine experience the premonitory, or aura, phase of the condition, which can cause temporary vision problems and dizziness, among other symptoms, according to Migraine Trust. Although one-half of all respondents said this phase lasts for less than four hours, more than 1 in 4 (27 percent) reported that it can persist for 4 to 24 hours. In addition, 44 percent of respondents reported that the headache phase (or attack phase) of migraine lasts for up to 24 hours, while one-third said it can persist for more than 24 hours.
thumb_up
7 likes
N
Similarly, 98 percent of survey respondents reported that they experience the postdrome, or “hangover,” phase, which can include severe fatigue and having difficulty concentrating and thinking clearly, the Migraine Trust says. For most, 39 percent, this phase lasts up to 24 hours, while it persists for more than 24 hours for 26 percent of respondents.
thumb_up
8 likes
L
“The experience of a migraine attack extends beyond the headache phase,” notes study coauthor Dawn C. Buse, PhD, clinical professor of neurology at Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University in New York City, and a member of the scientific board of MigraineAgain.
thumb_up
2 likes
O
“While the headache phase is often the most obvious and difficult phase to bear, there can be significant impairments in the other phases of the attack, including the prodrome, aura, and postdrome,” she adds.
Anxiety and Fear of Next Attack Common
According to Dr.
thumb_up
12 likes
W
Buse, the findings of My Migraine Voice are similar to those of another project she worked on called the Chronic Migraine Epidemiology and Outcomes (CaMEO) study, which was published in April 2016 in the journal Mayo Clinic Proceedings. Perhaps not surprisingly then, 87 percent of those surveyed reported difficulty sleeping, while up to 48 percent said they often live in fear of their next migraine attack. “Migraine is an unpredictable, painful, and debilitating condition that can have negative impacts on all aspects of life — big and small — so it’s not surprising that people experience anxiety as a result,” Buse notes.
thumb_up
6 likes
A
To combat anxiety related to migraine, she recommends getting educated about the condition and working with your care team to develop an “optimized treatment plan” that includes both medication and nonmedication approaches, such as cognitive behavioral therapy, biofeedback, and relaxation therapy. “You and your doctor can decide whether it would be valuable to work with a mental health professional, although in many cases people can learn and practice some of these techniques on their own using smartphone apps and websites designed to teach and guide people through relaxation exercises,” Buse adds.
Most Rely on Family and Friends for Help During Migraine Attacks
Because of the often disabling symptoms of migraine, 69 percent of respondents said they relied on family, friends, or others for help with daily tasks during migraine attacks.
thumb_up
25 likes
A
In fact, respondents reported being helped for a median of nine days in the three months prior to participating in the survey. Respondents with chronic migraine reported being helped during migraine attacks for a median of 10 days during the three months prior to participating in the survey. Often, Buse says, caregivers can feel helpless as they watch their loved ones experience migraine attacks, and people with migraine themselves live with guilt, because they fear being a burden or missing out on life events due to symptoms.
thumb_up
47 likes
N
“The results of this study remind us that migraine can have wide and far-reaching impacts on all aspects of life, and that migraine can also affect the lives of those around you, including family, friends, and coworkers,” Buse explains. “The effect of migraine extends far beyond the individual with migraine, like a rock being thrown into a lake makes ripples that extend in all directions.”
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
18 likes
A
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.
thumb_up
9 likes
E
Here’s what you need to know.By Brian P. DunleavySeptember 12, 2022
What Is Migraine Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment and Prevention
By Brian P.
thumb_up
5 likes
N
DunleavyJune 27, 2022
10 Tips for Taming Migraines While Traveling
Coping with a migraine can put a serious damper on travel plans. Use this advice to stay headache-free and enjoy your trip.By Jen LaskeyJune 7, 202210 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.
thumb_up
8 likes
A
DunleavyMarch 18, 2022
How 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 INWhat You Need to Know About Migraine and Heart Disease
11 Celebrities With Migraine
Your Everyday Guide to Living Well With Migraine
thumb_up
37 likes
Similar Discussions
-
SL L vs WI L Dream11 Prediction Fantasy Cricket Tips Today s Playing 11 Player Stats Pitch Report for Road Safety T20 World Series Semi Final 2
-
It s pretty cool to have a dad who has achieved something every kid wants to achieve Sebastian Korda on being compared to his father
-
New Pokemon Scarlet and Violet footage showcases Wiglett
-
Lionel Messi currently has no offers as he prepares to decide PSG future after 2022 FIFA World Cup Reports
-
It s like Zeraora Lucario and Absol had a baby Pokemon Unite players react to Zoroark gameplay
-
The job is only half done Ishan Pandita has big plans for the Indian national football team
-
Floyd Mayweather punch stats vs Pacquiao in 2015
-
4 WWE Superstars who could join The Brawling Brutes
-
Amazon Great Indian Festival sale Best deals on Redmi and Xiaomi smartphones
-
Manchester United set to hold talks over signing defender with 44 million release clause in January Reports
-
Kurt Angle shares opinion on changes to WWE Survivor Series
-
Probably the only thing I will ever hold over him Rory McIlroy on beating Tiger Woods to become the first player to win the FedEx Cup thrice
-
T20 World Cup 2022 Babar Azam would have gotten a lot of support if Shoaib Malik had been there Shahid Afridi on Pakistan s squad
-
Like a Dragon Gaiden The Man Who Erased His Name revealed at RGG Summit gets a release period for 2023
-
Have a safe flight Jin takes over Twitter as fans speculate where the BTS star is headed to
-
Manchester United prepared to offer 2 year contract in attempt to sign 30 year old defender on free transfer Reports
-
Ex WWE star thinks his act was second best only to Paul Heyman
-
What he is doing is extraordinary Xavi says he wouldn t swap Barcelona superstar for anyone in world football
-
Saudi Arabia Egypt and Greece set to bid for 2030 FIFA World Cup Reports
-
What is coming to Disney+ on Disney+ Day 2022? List of releases explored
-
Exactly where Dawn should be sMothered fans are happy Jared s step mother pushed Dawn into a pool
-
Jason Vale voices support for Novak Djokovic
-
Under Triple H s rule WWE has put Shawn Michaels and Road Dogg in high ranking company positions
-
Rafael Nadal s father and sister attend his US Open fixture against Richard Gasquet following anxious conversation with Carlos Moya
-
US Open 2022 Cameron Norrie vs Andrey Rublev preview head to head prediction odds and pick
-
The Lord of the Rings The Rings of Power 5 things to know about Sauron
-
How to use redstone dust in Minecraft 1 19 update
-
MNR vs LNS Dream11 Prediction Fantasy Cricket Tips Today s Playing 11 Player Stats Pitch Report for Men s Hundred 2022 Eliminator
-
Eczema on the Ears or Eyebrows How to Cope Everyday Health
-
Would an EBV Vaccine End MS? Everyday Health