Let’s Talk Migraine Misdiagnosis By: Brooklyn A. Bradley, BS; Medically edited by Dr. Deena Kuruvilla, MD Migraine is a common and debilitating condition that affects millions of people worldwide. However, accurate diagnosis of migraine is not simple, and there are many individuals who are misdiagnosed.. Understanding the causes, consequences, and potential solutions of migraine misdiagnosis [...]
Stigma and Migraine By: Brooklyn A. Bradley, BS; Medically edited by Dr. Deena Kuruvilla, MD It is well-known that individuals living with migraine have a constellation of symptoms such as pain, nausea, fatigue, sensitivities to light, sound and smell, dizziness, memory changes and mood changes. What is less talked about is how they experience the [...]
Fall Migraine Triggers By: Brooklyn A. Bradley, BS; Medically edited by Dr. Deena Kuruvilla, MD Fall is in the air! Fall began on September 22nd, and it can be a favorite time for those who love picturesque landscapes, candy apples, pumpkin spice lattes, the list can go on. However, for those with migraine and headache [...]
Meet the Face Behind the Screen: Hi, I'm Brooklyn! By: Brooklyn A. Bradley, BS Hey there, wonderful readers! I'm Brooklyn, and I'm thrilled to welcome you back (or if you are new, nice to e-meet you!) to the Westport Headache Institute. As you explore the website and our social media, you'll discover a world where [...]
Medication Overuse Headache AKA Medication Adaptation Headache By: Brooklyn A. Bradley, BS; Medically edited by Dr. Deena Kuruvilla, MD Medication overuse headache (MOH), also known as medication adaptation headache, is a common neurological disorder that has a major role in the transformation from episodic to chronic headache disorders [1]. MOH is also known as analgesic [...]
Gut-Brain Axis, Part II - Nausea By: Brooklyn A. Bradley, BS; Medically edited by Dr. Deena Kuruvilla, MD The gut-brain axis is a communication network that links the enteric and central nervous systems. The components linking the gut and the brain include the autonomic nervous system, hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis, and nerves within the gastrointestinal (GI) [...]
Gut Brain Axis and Migraine By: Brooklyn A. Bradley, BS; Medically edited by Dr. Deena Kuruvilla, MD The gut-brain axis (GBA) is defined by the communication between the central nervous system (CNS) and the enteric nervous system (ENS) [1]. The CNS consists of the brain and spinal cord, and is responsible for receiving, processing, and [...]
Prolactin and Oxytocin: Future Targets By: Brooklyn A. Bradley, BS; Medically edited by Dr. Deena Kuruvilla, MD The pathophysiology of migraine is not yet fully understood. It is well-known that there is the role of inflammatory mediators which are activated by the trigeminovascular system in the brainstem. There are also different chemicals in the brain [...]
Migraine and Menopause By: Brooklyn A. Bradley, BS; Medically edited by Dr. Deena Kuruvilla, MD Menstruation, perimenopause, and menopause all affect individuals with migraine. Menopause is considered when you have missed your period for 12 months. [1]. The average age of menopause is 51, and it occurs in all menstruating women. There are various hormonal [...]
Depression and Headache By: Brooklyn A. Bradley, BS; Medically edited by Dr. Deena Kuruvilla, MD Past research has shown that many individuals who have a mental health diagnosis also experience headaches or migraine [1,2]. Living with a headache disorder can trigger depression or other mood disorders, as it may affect the individual’s quality of life. [...]
