Migraine headaches in pediatric ages: A study on prevalence, influencing factors, and manifestations in a group of students in Kosovo
Session
Nursing and Medical Sciences
Description
Introduction: Migraine headache is the most common type of recurrent headache. It is characterized by episodic attacks that can range from moderate to severe intensity, with focal location in the head, pulsating sensation, and accompanied by nausea, vomiting, sensitivity to light and/or sound.
Migraine has been reported to occur in 10.6% of children aged 5 to 15 years, and up to 28% in older adolescents.
A thorough medical history and physical examination, including a neurological examination focused on the headache, have been shown to be sensitive diagnostic indicators. Neuroimaging is required when the neurological examination is normal or when atypical neurological phenomena occur during migraines.
The treatment goals are to reduce the frequency, severity, duration of headaches, and the disabilities they cause.
Objective: To present the types of migraines and the factors influencing their occurrence. To present the frequency of migraine headaches in a school in Kosovo. To analyze the incidence of migraine headaches by gender and age, and to demonstrate the impact of different factors on the onset of migraine headaches, such as the influence of electronic device usage, diet, sleep, and positive family history.
Methodology: The study is part of cohort research. International literature published by authors in this field will also be used, including literature from PubMed, Web of Science, Scopus, and Google Scholar.
Results: The study will show that migraines are observed in a significant portion of students aged 8 to 15 years. The presence of migraines is more pronounced in female students and is influenced by other factors such as irregular eating habits, lack of sleep, and positive family history of migraines. Students with migraine headaches have had absences from school and have experienced disabilities due to this condition. They have also spent more time on electronic devices and have had more limited sleep compared to students without migraines. A thorough medical history and physical examination, including neurological examination, are important tools for diagnosing migraines. Neuroimaging is only required in certain cases when the neurological examination is abnormal or when atypical neurological phenomena occur during migraine attacks. The treatment of migraine headaches in pediatric ages aims to reduce the frequency, intensity, and duration of attacks, minimizing the disabilities and negative consequences it causes in the lives of children and adolescents.
Recommendation: Early identification and assessment of migraine headaches are important. It is crucial for healthcare professionals to have awareness and sufficient knowledge of migraines in children. This will aid in the identification and early diagnosis of this condition, allowing for the initiation of effective treatment as early as possible. The treatment of migraine headaches in children and adolescents should involve a combination of medical and non-pharmacological therapies. This includes the use of specific medications for migraine treatment, as well as relaxation techniques, psychological therapy, and lifestyle changes, such as dietary adjustments, sleep regulation, and physical activity. Providing detailed education and information to patients and their families regarding migraine headaches is important. This includes explaining the symptoms, potential triggers, treatment, and management strategies for migraine headaches, as well as assistance in identifying provoking factors such as food, stress, lack of sleep, and excessive use of electronic devices.
Keywords:
Migraine headache, Children, Prevalence, Factors, Influence.
Proceedings Editor
Edmond Hajrizi
ISBN
978-9951-550-95-6
Location
UBT Lipjan, Kosovo
Start Date
28-10-2023 8:00 AM
End Date
29-10-2023 6:00 PM
DOI
10.33107/ubt-ic.2023.221
Recommended Citation
Breznica, Adonis, "Migraine headaches in pediatric ages: A study on prevalence, influencing factors, and manifestations in a group of students in Kosovo" (2023). UBT International Conference. 25.
https://knowledgecenter.ubt-uni.net/conference/IC/med/25
Migraine headaches in pediatric ages: A study on prevalence, influencing factors, and manifestations in a group of students in Kosovo
UBT Lipjan, Kosovo
Introduction: Migraine headache is the most common type of recurrent headache. It is characterized by episodic attacks that can range from moderate to severe intensity, with focal location in the head, pulsating sensation, and accompanied by nausea, vomiting, sensitivity to light and/or sound.
Migraine has been reported to occur in 10.6% of children aged 5 to 15 years, and up to 28% in older adolescents.
A thorough medical history and physical examination, including a neurological examination focused on the headache, have been shown to be sensitive diagnostic indicators. Neuroimaging is required when the neurological examination is normal or when atypical neurological phenomena occur during migraines.
The treatment goals are to reduce the frequency, severity, duration of headaches, and the disabilities they cause.
Objective: To present the types of migraines and the factors influencing their occurrence. To present the frequency of migraine headaches in a school in Kosovo. To analyze the incidence of migraine headaches by gender and age, and to demonstrate the impact of different factors on the onset of migraine headaches, such as the influence of electronic device usage, diet, sleep, and positive family history.
Methodology: The study is part of cohort research. International literature published by authors in this field will also be used, including literature from PubMed, Web of Science, Scopus, and Google Scholar.
Results: The study will show that migraines are observed in a significant portion of students aged 8 to 15 years. The presence of migraines is more pronounced in female students and is influenced by other factors such as irregular eating habits, lack of sleep, and positive family history of migraines. Students with migraine headaches have had absences from school and have experienced disabilities due to this condition. They have also spent more time on electronic devices and have had more limited sleep compared to students without migraines. A thorough medical history and physical examination, including neurological examination, are important tools for diagnosing migraines. Neuroimaging is only required in certain cases when the neurological examination is abnormal or when atypical neurological phenomena occur during migraine attacks. The treatment of migraine headaches in pediatric ages aims to reduce the frequency, intensity, and duration of attacks, minimizing the disabilities and negative consequences it causes in the lives of children and adolescents.
Recommendation: Early identification and assessment of migraine headaches are important. It is crucial for healthcare professionals to have awareness and sufficient knowledge of migraines in children. This will aid in the identification and early diagnosis of this condition, allowing for the initiation of effective treatment as early as possible. The treatment of migraine headaches in children and adolescents should involve a combination of medical and non-pharmacological therapies. This includes the use of specific medications for migraine treatment, as well as relaxation techniques, psychological therapy, and lifestyle changes, such as dietary adjustments, sleep regulation, and physical activity. Providing detailed education and information to patients and their families regarding migraine headaches is important. This includes explaining the symptoms, potential triggers, treatment, and management strategies for migraine headaches, as well as assistance in identifying provoking factors such as food, stress, lack of sleep, and excessive use of electronic devices.