All Topics > Health > Endometriosis and Migraine Risk >

Endometriosis and Migraine Risk Maryland

Read more about Endometriosis and Migraine Risk.

Local Companies

Silver Spring Center
301-608-3448
1400 Spring Street #450
Silver Spring, MD

Annapolis Health Center
410-263-2100
929 West Street #305
Annapolis, MD

Baltimore City Health Center
410- 576-1414
330 N Howard Street
Baltimore, MD

Easton Health Center
410- 820-9067
8579 Commerce Dr, Suite #102
Easton, MD

Salisbury Health Center
410-860-4788
Court Plaza Shopping Center 1506 S. Salisbury Blvd.
Salisbury, MD

Plastic Surgery Specialists
800-570-7600
2448 Holly Ave
Annapolis, MD

Frederick Health Center
301-662-7171
1560 Opossumtown Pike, Suite 18
Frederick, MD

Waldorf Health Center
301- 645-6800
Gateway Plaza 3975 St. Charles Parkway
Waldorf, MD

Tauraso Medical Clinic
301-682-8717
7051 Poole Jones Road
Frederick, MD

Frerderic Skin Care
301 698 2511
604 Solarex Court
Frederick, MD

Endometriosis and Migraine Risk.

Date: Monday, November 01, 2004

Source: Human Reproduction

Related Monographs: Endometriosis

Natural Health Information that is accurate, objective, science-based and represents the current state of research is the most sought-after information category today. Natural Health Information On Demand, NHIOndemand, is the leading source for this valuable science-based natural health information.

Endometriosis is a disease where the tissue that lines the uterus (endometrial tissue) is found outside of the uterus. The tissue attaches itself on other organs and can spread over a larger area over time. It acts just like the tissue inside the uterus during the monthly menstrual cycle. Endometrial implants, as this tissue is called, may be found anywhere in the body, but are mostly found in the pelvic region. Often, these implants are seen on the outside of the ovaries, the fallopian tubes, or the uterus.

The exact cause of endometriosis is unknown, but it occurs almost exclusively in menstruating women. It is rarely seen in women before puberty or after menopause, or in women who are not having monthly periods. One theory that explains how these cells get outside of the uterus is called the transport theory. The transport theory says that endometrial tissue moves to and attaches itself in the abdomen and other areas of the body by something called "retrograde menstruation." This means that the lining of the uterus that is shed at the end of the monthly cycle flows upwards instead of draining out of the body normally. The transport theory also says that the tissue may spread by going through the blood vessel circulation or the lymph nodes.

Recently researchers investigated the potential link between endometriosis and migraine headaches. This small study was conducted in Italy and involved 122 women diagnosed with endometriosis and 166 healthy control participants. Using the 1988 International Headache Society criteria, all participants were interviewed by a neurologist to determine headache disorders. The results found that the women with endometriosis had a higher risk of migraine headaches when compared to the control group. Also, migraine onset was noted in younger endometriosis patients. There was no difference in pain or frequency of migraines in the two groups. The authors stated that migraines were more frequent in those with endometriosis but severity was the same in the two groups.¹

1. Ferreo S, et al. Increased Frequency of Migraine among Women with Endometriosis. Hum Reprod. Oct 2004;doi10:1093.

This information is educational in context and is not to be used to diagnose, treat or cure any disease. Please consult your licensed health care practitioner before using this or any medical information.

Featured Local Company

Silver Spring Center

301-608-3448
1400 Spring Street #450
Silver Spring, MD

Read more about Endometriosis and Migraine Risk

- A Migraine Headache Maryland

What is a migraine and are there ways to relieve them? A Migraine is a headache in a form, that is usually very strong and can almost be disabling.

- Endometriosis Versus Fertility Maryland
- How To Treat Migraines Maryland
- Endometriosis And Common Symptoms Maryland
- Paralysis And Hemiplegic Migraine Maryland
- Information Of Endometriosis Maryland
- Migraine Headaches Maryland
- Endometriosis Common Symptoms Maryland
- Relieving Migraine Headaches Maryland
- Endometriosis Symptoms Maryland

Regional Articles

- Endometriosis Versus Fertility Maryland

For many women, the idea of cradling their own adorable newborn is the greatest dream in life. Starting a family is often the natural progression of a marriage, and for many couples, it is something that happens quickly and naturally.

- Endometriosis Symptoms Maryland
- Relieving Migraine Headaches Maryland
- Endometriosis Common Symptoms Maryland
- Information Of Endometriosis Maryland
- Migraine Headaches Maryland
- A Migraine Headache Maryland
- How To Treat Migraines Maryland
- Endometriosis And Common Symptoms Maryland
- Paralysis And Hemiplegic Migraine Maryland

Related Local Events

EMS Today
Dates: 3/2/2010 - 3/6/2010
Location: Baltimore Convention Center
Baltimore, MD
View Details

Baby Boomer & Senior Expo
Dates: 10/7/2009 - 10/8/2009
Location: Maryland State Fairgrounds
Lutherville Timonium, MD
View Details

Voices of Bio
Dates: 6/23/2009 - 6/23/2009
Location: Hilton Columbia
Columbia, MD
View Details

Advertising	Food & Beverage	Nightlife
Business Services	Franchise	Online Database
Career	Health	Pets
Cars	Holidays	Real Estate Resources
Computer Hardware	Home Appliances	Retail & Consumer Services
Construction	Home Electronics	Software
Education	Home Services	Technology
Entertainment	Industrial Goods & Services	Telecommunications
Environmental	Insurance	Trade Shows
Family	Internet	Travel
Fashion	Legal	Weddings
Financial Services	Miscellaneous	World History

Advertising	Family	Home Services	Real Estate Resources
Business Services	Fashion	Industrial Goods & Services	Retail & Consumer Services
Career	Financial Services	Insurance	Software
Cars	Food & Beverage	Internet	Technology
Computer Hardware	Franchise	Legal	Telecommunications
Construction	Health	Miscellaneous	Trade Shows
Education	Holidays	Nightlife	Travel
Entertainment	Home Appliances	Online Database	Weddings
Environmental	Home Electronics	Pets	World History