Migraine and oral contraceptives.

Abstract

Migraine is a common complaint in optometric practice. Three cases of migrainous patients taking oral contraceptives are presented in this report. The role of oral contraceptives in triggering a migraine attack and possibly elevating the risk of a stroke in a patient with migraine is discussed. The counseling an optometrist can provide in such cases in discussed.

• Authors: G Y Mousa
• Journal: American journal of optometry and physiological optics (Am J Optom Physiol Opt) Vol. 59 Issue 10 Pg. 821-3 (Oct 1982) ISSN: 0093-7002 [Print] United States
• PMID: 7148975 (Publication Type: Case Reports, Journal Article)

Chemical References

• Contraceptives, Oral

Topics

• Adolescent
• Adult
• Cerebrovascular Disorders (chemically induced, genetics)
• Child
• Contraceptives, Oral (adverse effects)
• Eyeglasses
• Female
• Humans
• Migraine Disorders (chemically induced)
• Risk
• Vision Disorders (chemically induced, diagnosis, therapy)