E48 - Are Your Headaches Becoming Chronic? Here’s What’s Happening in Your Brain

Dr. Amelia Scott Barrett, MD, explores the latest advances in headache care with a focus on genetic insights and their impact on migraine chronification. She discusses the significance of chronification as highlighted in her TEDx talk, examining chronic brain changes and the effects of medications. The episode delves into rebound headaches, identifying underlying causes and treatment strategies, including the role of CGRP drugs. Dr. Barrett addresses the side effects of common migraine medications, providing listeners with a comprehensive understanding of current migraine management. Discover your genetic migraine type at https://theheadachequiz.com. (0:00) Introduction to headache care and genetic advances (1:39) Migraine...