Abstract |
Migraine is a common complaint in optometric practice. Three cases of migrainous patients taking oral contraceptives are presented in this report. The role of oral contraceptives in triggering a migraine attack and possibly elevating the risk of a stroke in a patient with migraine is discussed. The counseling an optometrist can provide in such cases in discussed.
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Authors | G Y Mousa |
Journal | American journal of optometry and physiological optics
(Am J Optom Physiol Opt)
Vol. 59
Issue 10
Pg. 821-3
(Oct 1982)
ISSN: 0093-7002 [Print] United States |
PMID | 7148975
(Publication Type: Case Reports, Journal Article)
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Chemical References |
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Topics |
- Adolescent
- Adult
- Cerebrovascular Disorders
(chemically induced, genetics)
- Child
- Contraceptives, Oral
(adverse effects)
- Eyeglasses
- Female
- Humans
- Migraine Disorders
(chemically induced)
- Risk
- Vision Disorders
(chemically induced, diagnosis, therapy)
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