A member asked:

Migraine started 10 days ago 3visits to er iv helps but doesn't take it away. 1 trip to urgent care tordal shot didn't help at all. please help?

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Dr. Kevin Carr answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Hospital...: Migraine duration of longer than 4 or 5 days is called Status Migrainosus and requires aggressive specialized attention in the ED or hospital because it can increase your risk for stroke. I have had success using IV MgS04 (magnesium) in these settings, but typically IV Dihydroergotamine is used. In any case, given your multiple ER visits, hospitalization may be necessary--with a Neuro consult.

Answered 3/23/2015

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