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4 year hx migraine. feel like a lot of pain during migraine in cervical arteries, especially right side. why is this? mra shows small right vertebral

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Dr. Lynne Weixel answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

Painful problems: Have - be patiently persistent. Even try alternative approaches if the Dr can't find a solution. A good eval by your Dr and perhaps a neurologist if they agree is 1st. Adequate migraine control is sometimes possible but can be elusive. Best!

Answered 7/30/2016

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