Effective Migraine Treatment in Pregnant and Lactating Women: A Practical Guide [Paperback]

Dawn Marcus (Author), Philip A. Bain (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 1603274383 | ISBN-13: 978-1603274388 | Publication Date: February 27, 2009 | Edition: 2009

More than 28 million Americans suffer from migraine headaches, with migraine affecting nearly one in five women in their reproductive years. Effective Migraine Treatment in Pregnant and Lactating Women: A Practical Guide, provides a comprehensive resource to address diagnosis, testing, and treatment of headaches in reproductively fertile women. This important new book offers a wealth of practical, ready-to-use, clinically tested tips and recommendations to treat women with headaches during pregnancy and nursing. Although women may ideally prefer to restrict migraine treatments during pregnancy, up to one in three pregnant women self-medicate for symptoms, especially with analgesics. Fortunately, there are many effective treatment options that can be safely used when pregnant and breastfeeding. Available therapies include medication and nonmedication treatments, traditional and alternative therapies, and nutritional supplements. This book uniquely answers frequently asked questions by patients and offers healthcare providers easy-to-use office tools for patient education and charting documentation. The authors of this important new work have collaborated to provide a resource that will help clinicians provide women with the tools and knowledge to become empowered and to gain control over their migraines when trying to conceive, during pregnancy, and when nursing.

Editorial Reviews

Review

From the reviews: “This is a unique book focused on … migraine, in a fairly specific population, pregnant or lactating females. … There are two groups of providers that this book can greatly benefit -- obstetric providers … and internists/neurologists who specialize in headache/migraine management. The book is written at a level appropriate for any level of physician and/or nurse practitioner. Anyone looking to learn about migraines … can make good use of this book. … This is a welcome addition to the field of reproductive health.” (Gilad A. Gross, Doody’s Review Service, December, 2009) “Drs. Marcus and Bain have produced a highly readable volume that discusses treatment protocols for pregnant and lactating women who suffer from migraines. They also give a great basic overview for medication use during pregnancy and breastfeeding. … This book lived up to my highest expectations, and would be a wonderful resource to share with physicians. It is also accessible to those of us who are not. I highly recommend this book. Run, don’t walk, to your nearest bookstore.” (Kathleen Kendall-Tackett, International Lactation Consultant Association, April, 2010) “This inspiring publication has ten chapters, each introduced by key points which can be used as a quick reference guide. Answers to frequently asked patient questions assist the reader with providing accurate information to the patient on each topic and there are lists of practical pointers which are easy to use in a clinic. … This book is a valuable resource for GPs, obstetricians, gynaecologists and midwife practitioners.” (Kim Morley, The Obstetrician & Gynaecologist, 2010) “This innovative textbook is a comprehensive, practical and holistic guide to the prevention, management and treatment of migraine among women of childbearing potential. … an excellent toolkit for the practitioner caring for women with migraine. Each chapter summary reinforces information discussed and concludes with a bullet point list of practical pointers which is easy to use in a clinic.” (Kim Morley, The Obstetrician & Gynaecologist, 2010) “This book is a practical guide for clinicians who treat pregnant and lactating women with migraine. This is the first book focusing on this important topic and is thus most welcome. … the book is well written and text is clear. Important clinical issues are highlighted making them easier to grasp. … covers all the key aspects of treating pregnant and lactating women with migraine. It can be recommended for gynecologists, neurologists, general practitioners and other physicians treating this important patient group.” (Acta Obstericia et Gyneocologica Scandinavica, Vol. 59 (12), December, 2010) “This little book … guides the reader through the non-pharmacological and drug treatments for migraine that are thought to be safe to use in pregnancy and breastfeeding. … the intended audience for this book was more the patients themselves and the lay reader rather than clinicians. … Overall I enjoyed reading this book and would recommend it to others. Its strengths are the patient-focused approach and useful signposting to internet resources regarding migraine and drug treatments in pregnancy and during lactation.” (Catherine Nelson-Piercy, Obstetric Medicine, Vol. 2 (4), December, 2009)

From the Back Cover

More than 28 million Americans suffer from migraine headaches, with migraine affecting nearly one in five women in their reproductive years. Effective Migraine Treatment in Pregnant and Lactating Women: A Practical Guide, provides a comprehensive resource to address diagnosis, testing, and treatment of headaches in reproductively fertile women. This important new book offers a wealth of practical, ready-to-use, clinically tested tips and recommendations to treat women with headaches during pregnancy and nursing. Although women may ideally prefer to restrict migraine treatments during pregnancy, up to one in three pregnant women self-medicate for symptoms, especially with analgesics. Fortunately, there are many effective treatment options that can be safely used when pregnant and breastfeeding. Available therapies include medication and nonmedication treatments, traditional and alternative therapies, and nutritional supplements. This book uniquely answers frequently asked questions by patients and offers healthcare providers easy-to-use office tools for patient education and charting documentation. Resources are provided within the text, with printable materials available on the enclosed CD for ready use in the clinic. The authors of this important new work have collaborated to provide a resource that will help clinicians provide women with the tools and knowledge to become empowered and to gain control over their migraines when trying to conceive, during pregnancy, and when nursing.

Product Details

• Paperback: 272 pages
• Publisher: Springer; 2009 edition (February 27, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1603274383
• ISBN-13: 978-1603274388
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 6 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,552,436 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Dawn Marcus graduated from the State University of New York at Syracuse medical school in 1986. She completed a neurology residency at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center and is a professor at the University of Pittsburgh medical center. Dr. Marcus is a recognized international expert in chronic pain and headache, researching pain epidemiology, pathology, treatment, and women's issues. She has also authored numerous books on chronic pain and migraine, including 10 Simple Solutions to Migraine, for which she won the 2007 Excellence in Media Award from the National Headache Foundation. She is also a consultant for Del Monte's "Power of Paws" program, which encourages better human health through dog companionship and the author of Fit As Fido: Follow Your Dog to Better Health, which teaches you to use your relationship with your dog to improve your general health. She has authored several books on chronic pain management for healthcare professionals, including the recently published Headache Simplified, Chronic Pain: A Primary Care Guide to Practical Management, second edition, Effective Migraine Treatment in Pregnant and Lactating Women, and Chronic Pain Atlas.

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Must have for any MD who treats women, March 4, 2010

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This review is from: Effective Migraine Treatment in Pregnant and Lactating Women: A Practical Guide (Paperback)

this book is an excellent resource in treating my patients on a day to day basis in a busy IM practice.
its layout allows quick reference and the patient resources and checklists are invaluable.
a must have.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Best info on migraines in pregnancy, April 13, 2011

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This book has saved me. I have a great neurologist but there were a couple key points she didn't tell me that this book did. Unfortunately, I read it after experiencing rebound chronic migraines from taking too much Tylenol 3 w/codeine. But it's helped me avoid getting into that again, so that and the advice on preventatives and what to do while breastfeeding is invaluable. My husband even read part of it while I was in the hospital (for the never-ending migraine) so he'd better understand what was going on and so we could talk about solutions.