Study links migraines to higher stroke risk during pregnancy

Pregnant women who get migraines are at increased risk of stroke and other vascular problems, a large study reports. However, these finding aren't as alarming as they sound, as strokes are rare during pregnancy, regardless of whether a woman gets migraines or not. The findings may help doctors identify pregnant women who could benefit from treatments to help prevent strokes and other vascular problems.What do we know already?Migraines are very common, especially among women of childbearing age. Some studies show that up to 1 in 4 of women in this age group get these headaches, which are often severe and can last for days. Scientists don't yet fully understand what happens during migraines, but they generally agree that the pain is caused by dilated blood vessels in the brain. Researchers think some people who get migraines may also be at higher risk of other problems with their blood vessels. For...

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