I think it has been pretty well established that individuals with a Patent Foramen Ovale (PFO) are more prone to migraine headaches than than those without a PFO. (For discussion on what a PFO is and studies related to this point see the previous three postings related to the subject).
PFO can be detected by echocardiogram. In some cases the patient is asked to cough or perforn the Valsalva maneuver to increase pressure in the right atrium. This can increase the flow of blood from the right to left atrium. Transesophageal echo can provide a closer and more detailed view of the PFO.
People with PFO do not need any treatment if there are no associated problems, such as a stroke. Patients who have had a stroke may be placed on some type of blood thinner to prevent recurrent stroke.
For some patients closure of PFO may be recommended. Does closure of PFO provide headache relief at all. We will look at that beginning tomorrow.
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Stay tuned to see whether the PFO closure has helped people gain headache relief or not.
Hope you are all FeelingOutstanding!
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