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Nobl Barazangi, M.D., Ph.D.
Sutter Delta Medical Center
Migraine and stroke symptoms seem to overlap. How do I know I'm just having a migraine and not a stroke?
Some migraines can be associated with neurological symptoms such as weakness, numbness, tingling, vision and speech changes, and some strokes can be associated with headaches. Therefore, sometimes it is difficu... continue reading about Migraine and stroke symptoms seem to overlap. How do I know I'm just having a migraine and not a stroke?
Nobl Barazangi, M.D., Ph.D.
Sutter Delta Medical Center
I'm a frequent sufferer of migraines. Does this mean that I'm at a higher risk of stroke?
There is some evidence showing an increased risk of stroke associated with migraine with aura. Specifically, women who have migraines with auras are at an increased risk for stroke.Smoking, oral contraceptive u... continue reading about I'm a frequent sufferer of migraines. Does this mean that I'm at a higher risk of stroke?
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