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What is the definition of Migraine with Brainstem Aura?
Migraine with brainstem aura (MBA) is a type of migraine headache with aura that is associated with pain at the back of the head on both sides. An aura is a group of symptoms that generally serve as a warning sign that a bad headache is coming. Auras may consist of dizziness and vertigo, slurred speech, ataxia, tinnitus, visual changes, and/or loss of balance. The exact underlying cause of MBA is poorly understood. Migraines are likely complex disorders that are influenced by multiple genes, in combination with lifestyle and environmental factors. In rare cases, susceptibility to MBA may be caused by a change in the ATP1A2 gene or CACNA1A gene.
What are the alternative names for Migraine with Brainstem Aura?
  • Migraine with brainstem aura
  • Basilar artery migraine
  • Basilar migraine
  • Basilar-type migraine
  • Bickerstaff migraine
  • Brainstem migraine
  • MBA
  • Vertebrobasilar migraine
Who are the top Migraine with Brainstem Aura Local Doctors?
Elite in Migraine with Brainstem Aura
Elite in Migraine with Brainstem Aura
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100 Medical Plz Ste 425, 
Los Angeles, CA 
310-794-1500
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Peter Goadsby is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Goadsby is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Migraine with Brainstem Aura. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Migraine, Headache, Cluster Headache, Migraine with Brainstem Aura, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

Elite in Migraine with Brainstem Aura
Elite in Migraine with Brainstem Aura
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Penn Neuroscience Center - Neurology

3400 Civic Center Boulevard, South Pavilion, 2nd Floor, 
Philadelphia, PA 
800-789-7366
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English
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Brett Cucchiara is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Cucchiara is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Migraine with Brainstem Aura. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Migraine with Brainstem Aura, Thrombectomy, and Stent Placement. Dr. Cucchiara is board certified in Psych & Neurology/Vascular Neuro (AMA)Neurology, 2001 and Vascular Neurology, American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology. Dr. Cucchiara is currently accepting new patients.

 
 
 
 
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Distinguished in Migraine with Brainstem Aura
Distinguished in Migraine with Brainstem Aura
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Reading Hospital Neurology Suite 104

2603 Keiser Blvd, Ste 104, 
Wyomissing, PA 
484-628-4656
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Richard Lukose is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Wyomissing, Pennsylvania. Dr. Lukose is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Migraine with Brainstem Aura. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Migraine with Brainstem Aura, Migraine, Memory Loss, and Headache. Dr. Lukose is board certified in American Osteopathic Board Of Neurology And Psychiatry.

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What are the latest Migraine with Brainstem Aura Clinical Trials?
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Via Telehealth + Amitriptyline Compared to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Via Telehealth: Pediatric Migraine Prevention (Responding With Evidence and Access for Childhood Headaches)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Via Telehealth + Amitriptyline Compared to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Via Telehealth: Pediatric Migraine Prevention (Responding With Evidence and Access for Childhood Headaches)
Enrollment Status: Recruiting
Publish Date: August 27, 2026
Intervention Type: Drug, Behavioral
Study Phase: Not Applicable

Summary: This comparative effectiveness study will clarify current first-line preventive treatment approaches for use by neurologists, psychologists, and primary care providers in the context of real world care, and will demonstrate the feasibility of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) via telehealth for youth with migraine. The focus is on applying evidence-based care and enhancing access to it. CBT via t...

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Prediction Study of the Pain Phase of Migraine Attacks in Patients With Episodic Migraine
Prediction Study of the Pain Phase of Migraine Attacks in Patients With Episodic Migraine
Enrollment Status: Recruiting
Publish Date: July 02, 2026

Summary: The study of the ability to predict pain in a migraine attack, through premonitory symptoms and through an ambulatory monitoring device through real-time recording of hemodynamic variables, is one of the strategic lines of research of the unit. of Headaches at the Hospital de La Princesa since 2013 together with the Complutense and Polytechnic University of Madrid. Their results have been reflecte...

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Published Date: May 02, 2022
Published By: Genetic and Rare Diseases Informnation Center