41. MIGRAINE CLASSIFICATION AND DIAGNOSIS CRITERIA Opthalmoplegic migraine; 1.4 retinal migraine; 1.5 Childhood periodicsyndromes that may be precursors to or associated with migraine http://www.pitt.edu/~elsst21/mcldi.html

MIGRAINE CLASSIFICATION AND DIAGNOSIS CRITERIA International Headache Society Classification of Migraine 1.1 Migraine without aura 1.2 Migraine with aura 1.2.1 Migraine with typical aura 1.2.2 Migraine with prolonged aura 1.2.3 Familial hemiplegic migraine 1.2.4 Basilar migraine 1.2.5 Migraine aura without headache 1.2.6 Migraine with acute onset aura 1.3 Opthalmoplegic migraine 1.4 Retinal migraine 1.5 Childhood periodic syndromes that may be precursors to or associated with migraine 1.5.1 Benign paroxysmal vertigo of childhood 1.5.2 Alternating hemiplegia of childhood 1.6 Complications of migraine 1.6.1 Status migrainous 1.6.2 Migrainous infarction 1.7 Migrainous disorder not fulfilling above criteria International Headache Society Diagnosis Criteria for Migraine Without aura 1. At least 5 attacks fulfilling 2-4 2. Headache attacks lasting 4-72 hours (untreated or unsuccessfully treated) 3. Headache has at least two of the following four characteristics: - unilateral location - pulsating quality - moderate or severe intensity which inhibits or prohibits daily activities - aggrevated by walking stairs or similar routine physical activity 4. During headache at least one of the two following symptoms occur:

42. PillSupplier.com - Conditions And Diseases/Neurological Disorders/Headaches/Migr and complications. iMigraine rate it review it A discussion aboutretinal migraine along with graphics. Internet Ophthalmology http://www.pillsupplier.com/dir/280/

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43. Migraines: A Personal Perspective On A Complex Disorder In particular, there are four main migraine subtypes?migraine without aura,migraine with aura, opthalmoplegic migraine, and retinal migraine. http://serendip.brynmawr.edu/bb/neuro/neuro02/web3/ppujara.html

This paper was written by a student in a course at Bryn Mawr College, and reflects that student's research and thoughts at the time the paper was written. Like other things on Serendip , the paper is not intended to be "authoritative" but is instead provided to encourage others to themselves learn about and think through subjects of interest, and, by providing relevant web links, to serve as a "window" to help them do so. Web links were active as of the time the paper was posted but are not updated. Biology 202 2002 Third Paper On Serendip Migraines: A Personal Perspective on a Complex Disorder Priya Pujara If I can only make it to my bed, I'll be fine. My head hurts terribly. I would do anything to stop the pain. I've taken three extra strength Tylenols and the pain hasn't diminished at all. My head is spinning. Ever so often, the world around me turns dim and then bright. I close my eyes. I need to lie down, but I am driving. I feel nauseous. The pain that started on one side of my head is spreading as it pulsates. I squeeze my head and rub my temples, but the pain remains. I wish for a lobotomy. I wish somebody could stop

44. Leaflets Basilar Artery Migraine Cluster Headache Hemiplegic Migraine Menstrual MigraineMigraine with Aura Opthalmoplegic Migraine retinal migraine Sinus Headache http://www.migraine.ie/leaflet.html

Information Booklets Order an Information Booklet View Publications list Latest Publication - Guide to Migraine Medications We are producing a range of information booklets for people with migraine on an ongoing basis. As the range expands, we will continue to let you know on this site. To order a booklet or booklets, simply e-mail us by clicking on the image next to the one you want. You can also write to us at Senior House, All Hallows College, Gracepark Road, Drumcondra, Dublin 9, Ireland to order a booklet. Don't forget to mention which one(s) you would like us to send and to give us your postal address. Rest assured that we do not pass on personal details on anyone who contacts us to any third party. Order an Information leaflet Living with Migraine. 8-page DL sized leaflet explaining the work and role of the Migraine Association of Ireland Managing Migraine. 16 page DL sized leaflet outlining 10 tips on how YOU can better manage your migraine. Essential reading for both newly diagnosed and experienced migraineurs alike. Migraine Diary.

45. HON: Vision And Eyecare FAQ: Section5 3. retinal migraine (ocular migraine) The patient is typically under 40 and suddenlyloses a portion (retinal) or all (ocular) of the visual field in one eye. http://www.hon.ch/Library/Theme/VisionFaq/section5.html

Vision and EyeCare FAQ Section 5: Disease of the Eye (Posterior Eye Disease) 5.1 Floaters and Spots in the Field of View Floaters (muscae volitantes - "flying flies") are spots before the eyes of different shapes, sizes and number. They appear often when looking at a plain coloured field of view, eg blue sky, a wall. Typically when the patient tries to look at them they report that the spots "run- away". The spots are due to corpuscles circulating in the retinal vessels and specks within the vitreous. These opacities cause shadows to be cast onto the retinal sensory apparatus; the rods and cones; and thereby appear as dark spots in the field of vision. Slight cases or observations require no treatment. There are other retinal and vitreous conditions that may cause increased presence of floaters indicative of more serious complications, for example, vitreous or retinal detachment. It is therefore advisable in the presence of an increased occurrence of floaters that you get a check-up by a eyecare professional. 5.2 Macular Degeneration

46. Daily Hemicrain - About Migraine The scotoma may enlarge in size and eventually produce complete temporaryloss of vision in one eye (compare retinal migraine, discussed below). http://www.bekkoame.ne.jp/~kukobuka/migra1.html

About Migraine Main Index About Migraine Phisiology of the Pain Principles of Treatment Pharmacology Migraine Education ... Migraineurs's Voice Doctors and non-migraineurs also should read this About Migraine Primary Headaches The risk of stroke Migraine and depression ... Causes and Probable Triggers About Migraine Migraine is a severe headache, lasting for two hours to two days, accompanied by disturbances of vision and/or nausea and vomiting. A sufferer may experience only a single attack; more commonly, he or she has recurrent attacks at varying intervals. There is no single cause of migraine. It tends to run in families, although the exact mechanism of inheritance is not understood. A number of factors, singly or in combination, may bring on an attack in a susceptible person. These factors may be stress-related (such as anxiety, anger, worry, excitement, depression, shock, overexertion, changes of routine, and changes of climates), food-related (particularly chocolate, cheese and other dairy products, red wine, fried food, and citrus fruits), or sensory-related (such as bright light or glare, loud noises, and intense or penetrating smells). Menstruation and birth control pills may also trigger a migraine. Primary Headaches Headaches can be divided into two broad categories, primary and secondary. Primary headaches are recurrent and benign. They account for 90% of headaches. Secondary headaches are the symptom of underlying disease requiring further investigation and maybe referral.

47. What Is Your Headache IQ? Trauma 3. retinal migraine, sometimes referred to as Alice in Wonderland Syndrome, refers to a relatively rare side effect of headache, characterized by http://quiz.ivillage.com/health/tests/headquiz.htm

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48. Migraines - OhioValleyEye.com A retinal migraine is a temporary loss of vision in one eye that is accompaniedby a headache in an otherwise young and healthy patient . http://www.ohiovalleyeye.com/eyeinfo_migraine.htm

Laser Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty) Topical Cataract Surgery Diabetic Eye Disease Laser Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty) ... Photodynamic Therapy It is estimated that 22 million Americans suffer from migraines and this can be a debilitating condition for up to 85% of them. New research regarding the brains processing of pain has lead to a discovery of new medications that can help restore a pain free state. Migraines come in many forms. The common element is that they are a result of a blood vessel spasm. These spasms can be within the brain or within the eye itself. Not all migraines result in severe headache and many have visual complications. Migraines are classified as to their type of presentation. The common migraine is a headache without visual symptoms. The classic migraine is one in which there is visual ora followed by the headache. Other migraines can simply give the visual symptoms without the headache and these are called acephalgic migraines. Migraines can occur in clusters as well and effect the eye alone. We will discuss each of the types of migraines and then their treatment in the subsequent paragraphs. An acephalgic migraine is one in which the individual gets the visual symptom described above, but it is not followed by the headache. Most of these patients feel they have an eye problem and often end up in the eye doctor's office because of the scintillating blind spot. Ophthalmic migraines are a very rare condition. They occur most often in children with transient paralysis of the muscles that move the eye. This diagnosis is often difficult and one of exclusion of other serious central nervous system problems.

49. Arquivos De Neuro-Psiquiatria - In retinal migraine this vasospasm may result in blindness 3435 , illustratingvasospasm to have occurred at some time during the migraine attack 12, 21,36. http://www.scielo.br/scielo.php?script=sci_arttext&pid=S0004-282X2003000500026&l

50. HealthPharmacy.Org win your fight with migraines. There is migraine treatment available.retinal migraine. relief Home Sitemap thyroid headache axert http://www.migraine-treatment.net/retinal_migraine.html

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51. : The AMEDEO Literature Guide Nappi G, Moglia A retinal migraine as unusual feature of cerebral autosomal dominantarteriopathy with subcortical infarcts and leukoencephalopathy (CADASIL). http://www.amedeo.com/medicine/cvd/cvd8.htm

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52. Migraines, Strokes And Chiropractic circulation. They are opthalmopeligic and retinal migraines. Opthalmopeligicmigraine headaches are associated with ocular palsy. http://www.chiroweb.com/archives/20/21/06.html

Dynamic Chiropractic October 8, 2002, Volume 20, Issue 21 Printer Friendly Version Email to a Friend Search ChiroWeb! Other MPAmedia Alternative Health Site Links Acupuncture AcupunctureToday.com Massage Therapy MassageToday.com Migraines, Strokes and Chiropractic by Michael Flanagan,DC Migraine Headaches and Variants Classical migraine headaches are a paroxysmal disorder characterized by recurrent attacks of headache, with or without associated visual and gastrointestinal disturbances. The cause is unknown, but most migraines are believed due to some type of functional disturbance in cranial circulation, especially the posterior circulation. Although it is still being debated, recent evidence suggests that migraine headaches may be associated with an increased incidence of ishcemic strokes. While some of these strokes appear to be due to genetic vascular weakness, most are not. Regardless of the cause, most migraines appear to affect the areas of the brain supplied by the posterior circulation. Several types of migraine variants are interesting in light of this article. Cerebral autosomal dominant arteriopathy with subcortical infarcts and leukoencephalopathy (CADASIL) is a newly recognized type of migraine, in combination with small strokes. CADASIL primarily involves the white matter and basal ganglia similar to Binswanger's subcortical arteriopathic encephalopathy (multi-infarct dementia). This is characterized by recurrent attacks of ischemia, migraine headaches with aura, severe mood disorders, subcortical dementia and widespread leukoencephalopathy (changes in white matter). The cause is unknown, but CADASIL appears to be due to microangiopathy as a result of faulty genetics. There are no known treatments at this time.

53. Basilar Artery Migraine Defined category of complicated migraine. They are retinal migraine, OphthalmoplegicMigraine, Hemiplegic Migraine, and are not discussed here. http://neuro-www.mgh.harvard.edu/neurowebforum/HeadacheArticles/12.3.962.03PMBas

Basilar Artery Migraine Defined This article submitted by on 12/3/96. Author's Email: TLEngland@aol.com The following represents a personal interpretation of medical literature related to the nature of basilar migraine. The medical sources are cited at the end of this review. Be aware that because this is a personal interpretation by a layperson, the likelihood of error or misunderstanding in interpretation exists. In no way should any information provided herein be construed as medical advice. Always seek the advice of a physician for any information related to migraines. Basilar Migraine falls under the category of complicated and rare forms of migraine. Basilar Migraines are sometimes called Bickerstaff Syndrome, Vertebrobasilar Migraine, and Vertebro-vascular migraine. Aside from Basilar Migraine, several additional different types of migraines exist under the category of complicated migraine. They are Retinal Migraine, Ophthalmoplegic Migraine, Hemiplegic Migraine, and are not discussed here. Complicated migraines are migrainous infarctions (inadequate oxygenation of tissue) with neurologic or visual symptoms which continue past associated pain (if any at all) for at least 24 hours. They are a complicated phenomenon involving

54. Headache Disorders: Currents: UI Health Care 1.3. Ophthalmoplegic. 1.4. retinal migraine. 1.5. Childhood periodic syndromes thatmay be precursors to or associated with migraine. 1.6. Complications of migraine. http://www.uihealthcare.com/news/currents/vol2issue3/3headache.html

This issue home CURRENTS Home Publishers Back Issues - UI Health Care's digital library Read this month's health-e-newsletter Send comments and questions to staff@uihealthcare.com University of Iowa Currents: Summer 2001, Volume 2, Number 3 Treatment of resistant primary headache disorders Lynne Geweke, M. D. Highlights: Primary headache poses serious therapeutic problems because of insufficient knowledge about its etiology The IHS classification of headache has cleared the way to better diagnosis and, subsequently, to effective treatment approaches to primary headache The Headache Clinic at UI Hospitals and Clinics cares for patients with unusual and concerning headaches by using expertise and equipment to correctly diagnose headache and set up individualized treatment plans History: Headache is a symptom that can have many causes. It may occur in isolation or as a manifestation of an underlying disorder. While in the latter cases the cause will be identified sooner or later, in the former cases the cause remains a mystery. Therefore, classification of headache to aid in diagnosis and, subsequently, treatment cannot be based exclusively on etiologic criteria. As a result, the treatment of headache has long been empiric, and treatment paradigms have followed the evolution of our understanding of the biological processes associated with headache.

55. HEADACHES 3. Opthalmoplegic migraine. 4. retinal migraine. B. Cluster Headache/ Proximal Hemicrania. a.Sx s may last weeks, outliving the orbital pain. G. retinal migraine. http://web.uccs.edu/jhensley/htmDocuments/Headaches.htm

Beth-El College of Nursing University of Colorado, Colorado Srprings Spring, 2000 HEADACHES While most pain presents to help us mend and protect ourselves, there appears to be little, if any utility in having the pain caused by a headache. I. Etiologic Theories R/T Headaches A. Vascular Theory : Abnormalities in blood flow. 1. Cerebral vasoconstriction during aura phase. 2. Vasodilation during the H/A phase. B. Cortical Spreading Depression (CSD) spreads across the cerebral cortex from the occipital region moving anteriorly @ 2-3 mm/min. 2. Flow abnormalities found in classic, but not common migraine. Probably R/T deranged neurologic fxn. decreased during H/A. 5. Release of K ions during CSD contribute to pain by activating sensory R/T pain. C. inflammation a. 4 main families of 5-HT receptors: Types 1, 2, 3, 4 b. Within each family of receptors are subtypes: A, B, C, D, E, F (1) eg. 5-HT (1) Projections from dorsal raphe terminate on cerebral arteries (2) Projections go from dorsal raphe to important visual processing way stations, including the lateral geniculate body, superior

56. BioMed Central | Abstract | Migraine Variants are termed migrainous disorder. Migraine associated with auras arising from unusualsites includes basilar migraine, retinal migraine, and ophthalmoplegic http://www.biomedcentral.com/1531-3433/5/165/abstract

home journals A-Z journals by subject advanced search ... Issue 2 Viewing options Abstract Full text PDF Other links: E-mail to a friend Download references Search PubMed For Solomon S Report Migraine Variants Seymour Solomon MD Department of Neurology, 111 East 210th Street, Albert Einstein College of Medicine Montefiore Medical Center, Bronx, NY, 10467, USA Current Pain and Headache Reports Abstract The term "migrant variant" is not used in the headache classification of the International Headache Society (IHS), but it includes those forms of migraine that are not typical of migraine with or without aura. Headaches that do not quite fulfill all of the IHS criteria are termed "migrainous disorder." Migraine associated with auras arising from unusual sites includes basilar migraine, retinal migraine, and ophthalmoplegic migraine. Two of the chromosomal sites for hemiplegic migraine have been identified. Migraine aura may occur without headache and an aura may be prolonged. Migrainous infarct has occurred when the aura lasts more than 1 week or imaging studies are positive and other etiologies have been ruled out. If the migraine attack is prolonged beyond 3 days the term "status migrainousus" is applied. Terms and Conditions Privacy statement Information for advertisers Contact us

57. Korean Standard Classification Of Diseases prolonged aura Migraine with typical aura G43.2 Status migrainosus G43.3 Complicatedmigraine G43.8 Other migraine retinal migraine Ophthalmoplegic migraine G43 http://www.nso.go.kr/eng/standards/edis/g43.shtml

G43 Migraine Exclusion £ºheadache NOS(R51) G43.0 Migraine without aura [common migraine] G43.1 Migraine with aura [classical migraine] Migraine aura without headache Migraine basilar Migraine equivalents Migraine familial hemiplegic Migraine with acute-onset aura Migraine with prolonged aura Migraine with typical aura G43.2 Status migrainosus G43.3 Complicated migraine G43.8 Other migraine Retinal migraine Ophthalmoplegic migraine G43.9 Migraine, unspecified

58. Understanding Headache , Il Sito Italiano della Cefalea. , iMigraine by Troost Migraine WithoutAura. , iMigraine by Troost - retinal migraine. , Imigran Information Center. http://www.w-h-a.org/wha2/Newsite/The_Site/User_Interface/Research/weblink_categ

59. Retinal From Linkspider UK Health Directory iMigraine A discussion about retinal migraine along with graphics.Internet Ophthalmology Patient Education Library - A brief http://linkspider.co.uk/Health/ConditionsandDiseases/NeurologicalDisorders/Heada

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60. IPCOM000019827D: Skull-Mounted Electrical Stimulation System 1.3 Ophthalmoplegic migraine. 1.4 retinal migraine. 1.5 Childhood periodicsyndromes that may be precursors to or associated with migraine. http://www.priorartdatabase.com/IPCOM/000019827/

Skull-Mounted Electrical Stimulation System A system and method for applying electrical stimulation to the brain to treat headaches and neuralgia uses at least one implantable system control unit (SCU), specifically an implantable signal/pulse generator (IPG) with one or more electrodes. The IPG is implanted in the mastoid area of the skull and communicates with at least one external appliance, such as a Behind-the-Ear (BTE) unit. In a preferred embodiment, the system is capable of open- and closed-loop operation. In closed-loop operation, at least one SCU includes a sensor, and the sensed condition is used to adjust stimulation parameters. Skull-Mounted Electrical Stimulation System The present invention generally relates to implantable stimulator systems and methods, and more particularly relates to implantable stimulator systems and methods utilizing one or more implantable leads for treating headache and/or occipital neuralgia. The public health significance of headache pain and occipital neuralgia is often overlooked, probably because of their episodic nature and the lack of mortality attributed to them. Headache disorders and occipital neuralgia are, however, often incapacitating, with considerable impact on social activities and work, and may lead to significant consumption of drugs with adverse side effects. The International Headache Society (IHS) published "Classification and Diagnostic Criteria for Headache Disorders, Cranial Neuralgias and Facial Pain" in 1988. IHS identified 13 different general groupings of headache, given below in Table 1.

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