Prevalence of Migraine Disease in Electrohypersensitive Patients

Authors: Greco F, Garnier O, Macioce V, Picot MC

Year: 2023

Category: Clinical Medicine

Journal: Journal of Clinical Medicine

DOI: 10.3390/jcm12124092

URL: https://www.mdpi.com/2077-0383/12/12/4092

Abstract

Overview

The research explores the connection between electrohypersensitivity (EHS) and migraine symptoms, investigating the prevalence of migraine in patients who are sensitive to electromagnetic fields.

Background

  • The majority of patients with EHS experience headaches when exposed to electromagnetic sources.
  • These headaches may represent a specific type of migraine, suggesting that conventional migraine treatments could be applicable.

Methods

Patients meeting the World Health Organization criteria for EHS were surveyed using the extended French version of the ID Migraine questionnaire to screen for migraine symptoms.

Findings

  • A total of 293 patients were assessed, predominantly women with an average age of 57.
  • 65% of these patients were diagnosed with migraine.
  • Symptoms such as nausea, photophobia, and visual disturbances were common among those diagnosed.
  • Migraineurs reported significantly more severe symptoms across multiple categories compared to non-migraineurs and experienced more disruption to social activities.

Conclusion

This study supports viewing EHS-related headaches as possible migraines, advocating for treatment according to established migraine management protocols.

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