What is complex migraine?
A complex migraine is a type of severe headache that may be accompanied by symptoms such as loss of vision, difficulty speaking, photophobia, or other sensory disturbances (aura). Many of the symptoms may often mimic a stroke.
How do members experience complex migraine?
Top 5 symptoms reported by people with complex migraine*
Common symptoms
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Pain
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Fatigue
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Anxious mood
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Depressed mood
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*Reports may be affected by other conditions and/or medication side effects. We ask about general symptoms (anxious mood, depressed mood, fatigue, pain, and stress) regardless of condition.
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Top treatments taken by people for complex migraine*
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Who has complex migraine on PatientsLikeMe?
Age
| Age | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| <20 | 0 | |
| 20s | 2 | |
| 30s | 25 | |
| 40s | 60 | |
| 50s | 109 | |
| 60s | 85 | |
| 70+ | 20 |
Distribution of sex
Sex
| Sex | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 27 | |
| Female | 275 |
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