Study: Migraines May Increase Risk of Brain Lesions

A study conducted at the University of Copenhagen in Denmark suggests that migraines might have long-lasting effects on the structure of the brain. While migraines have been considered a benign disorder, researchers found that migraine increased a sufferer’s risk of developing brain lesions. “Migraine affects about 10 to 15 percent of the general population and can cause a substantial personal, occupational and social burden,” said the study’s author. “We hope that through more study, we can clarify the association of brain structure changes to attack frequency and length of the disease. We also want to find out how these lesions may influence brain function.” Click here to read the full story.