Migraine Headache (Overview) | Pathophysiology, Triggers, Phases, Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment

The video tutorial covers migraine headaches, including their risk factors, causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment. It explains the pathophysiology of migraines, detailing the phases they go through: prodrome, aura, headache, and postdrome. The video also outlines diagnostic criteria from the International Classification of Headache Disorders and discusses both abortive and preventive treatment options, emphasizing lifestyle modifications and medication use.

What are the common risk factors associated with migraine headaches?

How do environmental triggers contribute to the onset of migraine headaches?

What is the role of serotonin receptors in the physiology of migraine headaches?

Describe the four phases of a migraine headache.

What symptoms are typically experienced during the prodrome phase of a migraine?

Explain the characteristics of the headache phase in a migraine.

What criteria are used to diagnose migraine headaches according to the International Classification of Headache Disorders?

Discuss the importance of lifestyle modifications in the management of migraine headaches.

What are some common abortive therapies used for treating migraine headaches?

What are the preventive therapies available for patients with chronic migraines?