Population-Based Characterization of Menstrual Migraine and Proposed Diagnostic Criteria.

ABSTRACT:

Importance

There is a need for better recognition and more extensive research into menstrual migraine (MM) in the general population, and a revision of the diagnostic criteria for MM is warranted to move the field forward. Increased understanding of MM is crucial for improving clinical care, diagnosis, and therapy for MM.

Objectives

To assess the clinical characteristics of MM, including severity and treatment response, and to propose new diagnostic criteria for pure MM and menstrually related migraine.

Design, setting, and participants

This is a case-control study of Danish individuals with migraine. All individuals completed a 105-item validated diagnostic migraine questionnaire, sent via the Danish electronic mailing system (e-Boks) between May and August 2020, all

SUBMITTER: Chalmer MA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12549156 | biostudies-literature | 2023 May

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature