Migraine increases risk of severe skin sensitivity and pain
April 22, 2008 by Marijke Durning, RN
Filed under Diseases & Conditions
“People with migraine are more likely to experience exacerbated skin sensitivity or pain after non-painful daily activities such as rubbing one’s head, combing one’s hair and wearing necklaces or earrings, compared to people with other types of headache, according to a study published in the April 22, 2008, issue of Neurology, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology.”
To read the full press release here: Migraine increases risk of severe skin sensitivity and pain.
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I’ve had severe migraines for about 15 years, in the past 3 years I’ve developed very sensitize skin on my upper back and head. If someone gently lays their hand on my back it’s very painful. It’s to the point that clothing lightly touching me hurts, but a firm touch is tolerable. I think we need some research done on the long term effects of chronic migraines, soon.