Migraine Prevention Explained: When to Start, Why It Matters & What Success Looks Like
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The episode discusses the basics of migraine prevention, including when to start treatment and its importance for improving quality of life.
You've probably heard about migraine prevention, but what does it actually mean? In Part 1 of this two-part Spotlight on Migraine series, host Molly O'Brien sits down with neurologist and headache specialist Dr. Jessica Ailani to break down the basics of migraine prevention. They discuss types of prevention, who should consider preventive treatment, why reducing migraine frequency matters, and how to set realistic goals focused on improving quality of life—not just lowering headache days. Read the transcript at https://www.migrainedisorders.org/pod... Dr. Ailani explains: When migraine prevention is recommended (often around 5–6 migraine days per month) How to reshape our thoughts around prevention. It's not all about fewer headache days; it's about reducing disability, improving independence, and bettering quality of life. The full range of prevention options What to consider if you're hesitant to start due to side effects, cost, or insurance barriers This is the first part of the Association of Migraine Disorders' two-part series on migraine prevention. In Part 2, we'll dive into specific treatment options and how to tailor a prevention plan to work best for you. *The contents…
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