Migraine headaches are a strong type of headache. They can occur at any age, but usually start between the ages of 10 and 30. Migraines happen less often as a person gets older and often stop completely after age 50. If you have a migraine once, you will likely have another one at some point.
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Online Medical Reviewer: Fraser, Marianne, MSN, RN
Date Last Reviewed: 07/01/2021
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