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| QUESTION: I am 36-years-old, and I have had migraines since I was 12. My question is, if migraines are swollen blood vessels around your brain, is there a chance they could burst? I have learned about migraines but I guess I never thought to ask this question. Thanks. REPLY: Hello, Yes, there is a chance of this happening, resulting in an ischemic stroke. However, if Migraines are well managed and treated properly, the risk of such stroke is very low. When this presents more of a problem is when a Migraine attack lasts too long without being stopped. The International Headache Society says that when the pain of a Migraine lasts more than 72 hours with less than a solid four-hour time period without pain, the Migraine is classified as Status Migrainous. At that point, you should see your doctor or go to the emergency room. If you’re nearing 72 hours AND a weekend or other time when your doctor’s office will be closed, you’d be wise to call them before they leave their office. I don’t consider this something you should let frighten you, but you should be aware of it and base some of your treatment decisions on how long your Migraine has been going on. Here’s an article with some information: ~ Head Pain: NOT To Be Ignored! "Better safe than sorry," could never be more true. More people died from Migrainous Stroke last year than were murdered by handguns. Don't take chances! Teri Robert (Answer reviewed by Dr. John Claude Krusz)
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