Can children suffer from migraines?

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My son is 10 years old and constantly complains about strong headaches. I myself suffer from migraines. Could his headaches be migraines? Can children as young as 10 already get migraines?

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Answers (2) to: "Can children suffer from migraines?"

Werts

Yes, children can get migraines too. A migraine is a headache condition that comes back again and again. Ten percent of children get migraines, and an even higher percentage of teenagers have them. These headaches are very painful and throbbing, and children who have them often look ill and pale. Typically, a child migraineur has a severe headache located around the eyes, in the front of the head, or in the temples. Some children experience vision changes ("auras") during a headache. A sick feeling in the stomach or vomiting is common. Many children avoid bright lights, loud noises, or strong odors, as these seem to make the headache worse. The severe head pain is often completely relieved by deep sleep. Recurring spells of dizziness may represent another form of migraine in children.

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Tapia

I saw a movie that talks about migraines in children and their symptoms, that might interest you:

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