Precipitating Factors in Migraine: A Retrospective Review of 494 Patients

摘要: The predominance of certain triggers for migraine was assessed in 494 patients. Stress (62%) the most frequently cited precipitant. Weather changes (43%), missing a meal (40%), and bright sunlight (38%) were also prominent factors. Sexual activity (5%) precipitant by least number Significant differences found between men women their responses to weather changes, perfumes, cigarette smoke, meal, sexual activity. Spring 14% patients as time increased attacks, followed fall (13%), summer (11%), winter (7%).