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I have had a history of migraines averaging over 100 each of last two years. i have a small pfo is repair of pfo recommended for resolution of migraines?
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Maybe: Interestingly, a patent for amen ovale (pfo) in the heart can be associated with chronic severe migraines. There is some evidence that repairing the pfo may at least make your migraines better. Good luck. As a fellow migraineur, i hate migraines!
Answered 9/28/2016
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