Effect of serotonin on migraine
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2018-04-13
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faculty of Basic Medical Science - Libyan International Medical University
Abstract
Serotonin is a chemical necessary for communication between nerve cells. It
can cause narrowing of blood vessels throughout the body. it is not known
exactly if serotonin affects these directly, or if it has an overall role in
coordinating the nervous system. When serotonin or estrogen levels change,
the result for some is a migraine. A migraine can cause severe throbbing pain
or a pulsing sensation, usually on just one side of the head. Not all headaches
represent migraines, and migraine is not the only condition that can cause
severe and debilitating headaches Migraine attacks can cause significant pain
for hours to days and can be so severe that the pain is disabling.
In this report, I will illustrate three different studies with their opinions
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Migraine headache is a result of specific changes within the brain. It is the
most frequent neurological disorder in the adult population worldwide,
affecting up to 12% of the general population and more frequent in women (
approximately 25%).It causes severe head pain that is often accompanied by
sensitivity to light, sound, or smells. It is the result of specific physiologic
changes that occur within the brain and lead to the characteristic pain and
associated symptoms of a migraine. The pain of a migraine is often described
as throbbing or pounding and it may be made worse with physical exertion..
Serotonin is a chemical that has a wide variety of functions in the human
body. It is sometimes called the happy chemical, because it contributes to
wellbeing and happiness. The scientific name for serotonin is 5-
hydroxytryptamine, or 5-HT. It is mainly found in the brain, bowels, and
blood platelets. As the precursor for melatonin, it helps regulate the body's
sleep-wake cycles and the internal clock. It is thought to play a role in
appetite, the emotions, and motor, cognitive, and autonomic functions. It
appears to play a key role in maintaining mood balance. Low serotonin levels
have been linked to depression
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