Americans Are Getting More Severe Migraines. Neurologist Explains Why

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'As people and society have evolved so too have the sensitivities that trigger migraines,' Dr. Liza Smirnoff told Newsweek.

Across America, migraines are getting worse, according to a recent study in one medical journal. But why?As a nation, migraine prevalence has remained fairly stable over the last three decades, according to a study published last month in Headache: The Journal of Head and Face Pain, with roughly 1 in 7 individuals experiencing them. However, the severity of these migraines—measured as migraine-related disability—has increased.

'For many people, elevated stress or stressful events may result in migraines. Also, 'stress let down' at the end of the work week, people like to relax and spend time with their families but that can also trigger migraines because of the stress let down.'Our natural environment is also changing. 'Environmental changes such as fires on the west coast, and temperature changes on east coast and pollution in general can also impact migraines,' Smirnoff added.

 

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