How common are migraine headaches?

Approximately 28 million people suffer from migraines in the United States alone.¹ Worldwide, migraines occur in up to 25% of women and up to 10% of men.²

Females are about 3 times more likely to develop migraines than males. Migraines are most common in adults (between ages 20 through 50) but become less severe and less frequent with age.¹ Migraines often begin in early to mid-adolescence.³ Even very young children can get migraines, both with and without an aura (neurological disturbance). Your risk of having migraines is greater if you have a family history of migraines.

Author:	Monica Rhodes	Last Updated: July 3, 2007
Medical Review:	Anne C. Poinier, MD - Internal Medicine Colin Chalk, MD, CM, FRCPC - Neurology
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