MIGRAINE AWARENESS Month
Prodrome (May last hours to days):
irritability
depression
yawning
cravings
sensitivity to light/sound
fatigue and muscle stiffness
difficulty sleeping
nausea
Aura (May last 5-60 min):
visual disturbances
temporary loss of sight
numbness or tingling on body
Headache (May last 4-7 hours):
throbbing
drilling
burning
nausea/vomiting
giddiness
anxiety/depression
insomnia
nasal congestion
sensitivity to light/sound/smells
Postdrome (May last 24-48 hours):
inability to focus
fatigue
depressive mood
euphoric mood
lack of comprehension
3rd
MOST PREVALENT ILLNESS
Migraine is one of the most common neurological diseases and affects around 39 million in the United States alone.
50%
50% of all who suffer from Migraines are undiagnosed or untreated.
