Complicated Migraine
symptoms
Family ties
National Headache Foundation
Family history plays a role in complicated migraines. Learn about the chromosomal link associated with these migraines here.
What's going to happen to me?
Aetna Women's Health
Some complicated migraine symptoms can last for days. Know what to expect with this detailed review of complicated migraine symptoms.
Migraine variants
Emedicine
Did you know you can experience a migraine without having a headache? Read more about types of complicated migraines, symptoms and medications.
Migraines with prolonged aura
Imigraine
What cerebral symptoms occur in migraines with aura, and what relationship do they have to stroke? Take a detailed look at migraines with aura, previously known as "complicated migraines."
The three c's
Emedicine
This unique overview of common, classic and complicated migraines focuses on why and how they are often misdiagnosed and undertreated.
Is it a transient ischemic attack?
Cleveland Clinic
One parent learns the difference between a complicated migraine and a transient ischemic attack. Find out why medical attention after a 45 minute attack is crucial.
Classify it!
iVillage
With so many types of migraines, differentiating one from the other can be difficult. This resource provides helpful details on migraine classifications.
Ophthalmoplegic migraines
Imigraine
One of the many complicated migraines, the ophthalmoplegic migraine, is reviewed here. Learn how this type of migraine affects children, and find an alarming photograph of a patient.
The basilar basics
Help for Headaches
Basilar migraine patients must avoid certain common migraine treatments. Find out why, and take a thorough look at this complicated migraine's symptoms.
Familial and sporadic hemiplegic migraines
Help for Headaches
Familial and sporadic hemiplegic migraine patients must always wear medical identification bracelets. Find out why with this look at two types of complicated migraines.
The extended migraine
Help for Headaches
What is status migrainous, and why must it be treated immediately? Read migraine doctors' general rule of thumb on this condition.
Overview of migraines
University of Maryland Medical Center
Provides thorough review of causes, diagnosis, treatment and prevention of migraines. Gives a brief description of some of the more rare and complex types of migraines.
causes
How will I know?
IHS
How can you determine which type of migraine you have? Check out this lengthy document for a classification of all complicated migraines.


