Several studies indicate that approximately 12% of the Spanish population suffers from migraine. This percentage increases to 18% in the case of women. This means that millions of people are affected by this neurological condition in the country.
The article addresses the four phases of migraine, explaining how it manifests at each stage. It includes information about what aura is, which consists of neurological symptoms that may precede or accompany the characteristic headaches of this condition.
Migraine has become the leading cause of disability in people under 50 years of age. This impact is especially significant in middle-aged women, who represent the group most affected by this debilitating condition.
The article also explores other aspects of migraine, such as the intensity of pain in different phases and what is commonly referred to as the migraine "hangover," referring to symptoms that may persist after the pain episode.
