⚡Mnemonic⚡: Diagnostic Tests for Migraine

M – MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging): To visualize brain structures and rule out other causes.

A – Angiography: To check blood vessels for any abnormalities that may trigger migraines.

G – Glare Test (Photophobia Examination): To assess sensitivity to light, a common symptom in migraines.

I – ICT (Interictal EEG): To evaluate brain activity between migraine attacks.

C – CGRP Testing (Calcitonin Gene-Related Peptide): Measures a protein linked to migraines.

A – Aura Assessment: To monitor and record visual, sensory, or other symptoms that often precede a migraine.

L – Lumbar Puncture (Spinal Tap): Rarely used, but can help rule out other conditions.

H – Hormone Panel: To check for hormonal triggers, especially in women.

E – Evoked Potentials Test: Measures the brain’s response to stimuli, which can be altered in migraines.

A – Allodynia Assessment: Evaluates pain sensitivity, which can be heightened during migraines.

D – Doppler Ultrasound: Used to examine blood flow in the head and neck.