Yes — migraine affects women 3 times more than men — the main reason is female hormones.
Statistics:
- 18% of women suffer from migraine vs 6% of men.
- Before puberty: equal between genders.
- After puberty: rate doubles in women — onset of menstruation.
- After menopause: improves in many women.
Menstrual Migraine:
- 60% of women with migraine: attacks linked to their cycle.
- Timing: 2 days before period — up to 3 days after. Due to sudden estrogen drop.
- Treatment: Frovatriptan or Naproxen started before expected date.
Migraine and Pregnancy:
- 70% of women: migraine improves in 2nd and 3rd trimesters (stable high estrogen).
- Safe medications in pregnancy: Paracetamol only — Triptans contraindicated.
- Breastfeeding: Sumatriptan safe — minimal amount in breast milk.
At BEIT TARIQ Center, we understand hormonal impact and treat migraine in women according to their stage.