Headaches or Something More? Understanding Childhood Migraine

About 10% of U.S. children ages 5 to 15 experience migraine. For parents, figuring out what’s normal, what’s serious, and how to help can be overwhelming. We spoke with Sara Pavitt, MD, chief of the Headache Program at UT Health Austin Pediatric Neurosciences at Dell Children’s, to break it down. She explains how to recognize the signs and symptoms of migraine in kids, when to call a doctor, and how to manage them day to day – from improving sleep and hydration to using supplements and cognitive behavioral therapy. Your child doesn’t have to suffer. Learn how to navigate migraine with confidence.

Credits

• Host: Neha Pathak, MD, FACP, DipABLM
• Guest: Sara Pavitt, MD
• Producer/Editor: Lauren Summers
• Show Notes: Lauren Summers

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