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Had chronic migraines for 23 yrs now. what possible long-term effects could be facing now or in future? any links with alzheimer's or tumors?
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None of the above: Migraine causes potential strokes in patients who are female, have auras, use BCP's, and smoke. No relationship whatsoever with Alzheimer's or cancer.
Answered 5/25/2016
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