Dr. Ahmed Shatila, Neurology Consultant at Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City (SSMC), joins Maria Botros in this week’s Tell Me Why podcast episode to talk about the characteristics that distinguish a migraine from a headache.
- A migraine is a severe, throbbing headache that can last from 3 hours to 3 days, impacting a person's quality of life, says Dr. Ahmed
- Dr. Ahmed: A Migraine is not a curable condition; you learn to live with it
- Around 10-15% of people suffer from migraines, which account for 1 billion people worldwide, says Dr. Ahmed
- Dr. Ahmed: Migraines aren't fatal, but they can severely impact one's ability to function throughout the day
