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migraine

[mahy-greyn, mee-] / ˈmaɪ greɪn, ˈmi- /
NOUN
serious headache
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Lilly’s existing pain portfolio centers on Emgality, an injectable medication to prevent migraine pain and treat cluster headaches.

From Barron's Jun. 16, 2026

What they got was a nerve-shredding night, a 90-minute rollercoaster ride, an evening to bring on a migraine.

From BBC Jun. 14, 2026

They are also investigating links to conditions such as osteoporosis, migraine, age-related changes in the balance system and genetics.

From The Wall Street Journal Apr. 15, 2026

The deal fits neatly into Lilly’s neuroscience business that already includes Alzheimer’s disease treatment Kisunla and the migraine shot Emgality.

From MarketWatch Mar. 31, 2026

“Is it a migraine? Just tell me that.”

From "We Were Liars" by E. Lockhart

Her first symptom was choking “badly” on some water in December 2024, then she had migraines and problems swallowing pills.

From Los Angeles Times May 20, 2026

She then started getting migraines when she was 17 so doctors took her off the pill, which led to "really, really painful" periods.

From BBC Apr. 8, 2026

The retired nurse, 82, said the pollution made her afraid to go out and aggravated her dizziness and migraines.

From Barron's Apr. 3, 2026

Problems with this channel have been linked to conditions such as chronic pain, migraines, dry eye and certain cancers.

From Science Daily Mar. 8, 2026

The sergeant doctor called for fever, cold, and many other illnesses, but he never asked if anyone was having nightmares or migraines.

From "A Long Way Gone: Memoirs of a Boy Soldier" by Ishmael Beah




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