title: Diagnosis and preventive approaches in the management of migraine.
abstract: Migraine is a common and disabling condition, yet it is under-diagnosed and under-treated worldwide. While the mechanisms are not fully understood, new diagnostic techniques are beginning to provide a better understanding of the condition. Some treatment options to improve the quality of life of those affected are discussed.
authors.affiliation: The National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery, London. r.bhola@ion.ucl.ac.uk
authors.forename: Ria
authors.initials: R
authors.lastname: Bhola
mesh_terms: D000700:Analgesics / Q000627:therapeutic use; D002908:Chronic Disease; D017281:Cost of Illness; D003937:Diagnosis, Differential; D006801:Humans; D008881:Migraine Disorders / Q000145:classification / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000209:etiology / Q000517:prevention & control* / Q000523:psychology; D011788:Quality of Life; D012307:Risk Factors; D017366:Serotonin Receptor Agonists / Q000627:therapeutic use; D016896:Treatment Outcome; D014662:Vasoconstrictor Agents
chemical_list: D000700:Analgesics; D017366:Serotonin Receptor Agonists; D014662:Vasoconstrictor Agents