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May lamotrigine be an alternative to topiramate in the prevention of migraine with aura? Results of a retrospective study

BMJ Neurology Open, 2020
Background Evidence suggests that lamotrigine could be effective in reducing aura frequency and duration. However, studies comparing lamotrigine to other, first-line prophylactic agents solely involving patients suffering from migraine with aura are ...
Francesco Janes, Carmelo Luca Smeralda, Gian Luigi Gigli, Mariarosaria Valente   +3 more
doaj   +1 more source

Stroke Following Facial Laser Resurfacing Procedure—A Case Report

Lasers in Surgery and Medicine, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Objectives To describe the first reported case of embolic stroke with hemorrhagic conversion following a dermatologic energy‐based device procedure, highlighting its mechanism and clinical implications. Methods A detailed case review was conducted, including clinical presentation, imaging, and subsequent diagnostic workup. The patient provided
Tal Levy, Joel L. Cohen
wiley   +1 more source

Migraine aura, a predictor of near-death experiences in a crowdsourced study [PDF]

PeerJ, 2019
Background Near-death experiences (NDE) occur with imminent death and in situations of stress and danger but are poorly understood. Evidence suggests that NDE are associated with rapid eye movement (REM) sleep intrusion, a feature of narcolepsy. Previous
Daniel Kondziella, Markus Harboe Olsen, Coline L. Lemale, Jens P. Dreier   +3 more
doaj   +2 more sources

The Hidden Burden of Hemifacial Spasm: A Systematic Review of Non‐Motor Symptoms

Movement Disorders Clinical Practice, EarlyView.
Abstract Background Hemifacial spasm (HFS) is a chronic neurological disorder characterized by involuntary contractions of facial muscles. Traditionally regarded as a motor condition, HFS encompasses a spectrum of non‐motor symptoms that are often overlooked but significantly affect patients’ quality of life.
Miriam Carvalho Soares, Jacy Bezerra Parmera, Pedro Augusto Sampaio Rocha‐Filho   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source

Association between migraine and mitochondria: A Mendelian randomization study

Molecular Pain
Background and objective: Mitochondria are important organelles functioning in metabolic processes, inflammatory response and neurological disorders.
Ming-Yang Hong, Yu-Xin Chen, Yi-Cheng Xiong, Yi-Han Sun, Abdullah Al Mamun, Jian Xiao   +5 more
doaj   +1 more source

Clinical Value of Metagenomic Next‐Generation Sequencing Versus Conventional Methods in Diagnosing Cryptococcal Infection After Kidney Transplantation

Organ Medicine, EarlyView.
This retrospective study evaluated metagenomic next‑generation sequencing (mNGS) against conventional methods (India ink, culture, antigen) for diagnosing cryptococcal infection in 16 kidney transplant recipients. mNGS showed a significantly higher positivity rate (93.8% vs 62.5%, p = 0.031) and shorter turnaround time (24 vs. 120 h, p < 0.001).
Luhao Liu, Rongxin Chen, Haonan Lin, Yuhe Guo, Guanghui Li, Jiali Fang, Zheng Chen   +6 more
wiley   +1 more source

Migraine Visual Aura and Cortical Spreading Depression—Linking Mathematical Models to Empirical Evidence

Vision, 2021
This review describes the subjective experience of visual aura in migraine, outlines theoretical models of this phenomenon, and explores how these may be linked to neurochemical, electrophysiological, and psychophysical differences in sensory processing ...
Louise O’Hare, Jordi M. Asher, Paul B. Hibbard   +2 more
doaj   +1 more source

Induction of migraine-like headache, but not aura, by cilostazol in patients with migraine with aura [PDF]

Brain, 2018
Whether migraine headache and migraine aura share common pathophysiological mechanisms remains to be understood. Cilostazol causes cAMP accumulation and provokes migraine-like headache in migraine patients without aura. We investigated if cilostazol induces aura and migraine-like headache in patients with migraine with aura and alters peripheral ...
Butt, Jawad H, Rostrup, Egill, Hansen, Aina S, Lambertsen, Kate L, Kruuse, Christina   +4 more
openaire   +4 more sources

Osmophobia in Patients With Migraine: A Systematic Review and Meta‐Analysis

World Journal of Otorhinolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Objective To determine the prevalence of osmophobia and to better characterize experiences reported by patients with migraine. Data Sources CINAHL, Cochrane Library, PubMed, and SCOPUS. Methods The literature was searched for articles reporting prevalence of osmophobia in patients with migraine. Primary outcome measures included proportions (%)
Erin E. Briggs, Anuja H. Shah, Shaun A. Nguyen, Chandler J. Curtis, Alexander N. Duffy, Zachary M. Soler, Rodney J. Schlosser   +6 more
wiley   +1 more source

Gold‐standard evidence and best practice guidance for menstrual cycle‐informed clinical care: An overview for clinicians

British Journal of Clinical Psychology, EarlyView.
Abstract Objectives To synthesize current evidence and provide clinically actionable recommendations for integrating menstrual cycle‐related processes—particularly hormone sensitivity, Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD) and Premenstrual Exacerbation (PME)—into psychological assessment, formulation and treatment.
Ellen R. Lambert, Louise N. Nolan, Katja M. Schmalenberger   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source