Risk Factors for Migraine
| About risk factors: Risk factors for Migraine are factors that do not seem to be a direct cause of the disease, but seem to be associated in some way. Having a risk factor for Migraine makes the chances of getting a condition higher but does not always lead to Migraine. Also, the absence of any risk factors or having a protective factor does not necessarily guard you against getting Migraine. For general information and a list of risk factors, see the risk center. |
Risk factor list: The list of risk factors mentioned for Migraine in various sources includes:
- Puberty
- Gender - women are 75%
- Genetics
- Family history of migraine
Risks factors for Migraine: medical news summaries: The following medical news items are relevant to risk factors for Migraine:
- Migraine sufferers face increased stroke risk
- Obesity is associated with an increased risk of many conditions
Last revision: June 2, 2003
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