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== Migraine-associated vertigo ==

'''Migraine-associated vertigo''' (MAV), also known as '''vestibular migraine''', is a type of [[migraine]] that is characterized by episodes of [[vertigo]], a sensation of spinning or feeling off-balance. 

=== Pronunciation ===

Migraine-associated vertigo: /maɪˈɡreɪn əˈsoʊʃieɪtɪd ˈvɜːrtɪɡoʊ/

=== Etymology ===

The term "migraine-associated vertigo" is derived from the word "migraine", which comes from the Greek word "hemicrania", meaning "half the skull", and "vertigo", which comes from the Latin "vertere", meaning "to turn".

=== Definition ===

Migraine-associated vertigo is a condition in which a person experiences episodes of vertigo in conjunction with a migraine. The vertigo can occur before, during, or after the migraine, and can last from a few minutes to several hours.

=== Symptoms ===

Symptoms of MAV include [[dizziness]], a sensation of spinning ([[vertigo]]), imbalance, and sensitivity to motion. These symptoms can be accompanied by typical [[migraine]] symptoms such as [[headache]], sensitivity to light and sound, and nausea.

=== Causes ===

The exact cause of MAV is unknown, but it is believed to be related to changes in the [[brain]] and inner [[ear]] that occur during a migraine.

=== Treatment ===

Treatment for MAV typically involves managing the underlying [[migraine]]. This can include medication, lifestyle changes, and physical therapy.

=== Related Terms ===

* [[Migraine]]
* [[Vertigo]]
* [[Dizziness]]
* [[Headache]]
* [[Nausea]]

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[[Category:Neurology]]
[[Category:Otorhinolaryngology]]

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