CGRP is an important neuropeptide that is heavily involved in the process of migraines. In this blog post, we dive into detail about what CGRP is and what the many different pathways that it contributes to.
Sharisse Stephenson, MD, at Neurological Associates of North Texas in Dallas, Texas, offers compassionate care to patients struggling with pain, muscle weakness, and other complex symptoms caused by neurological conditions. While she’s an expert in today’s most advanced neurological testing, Dr. Stephenson believes that the most important diagnostic tool is listening to her patients, a trait that makes a significant difference in their treatment and outcome.
Dr. Stephenson treats the full scope of neurological conditions, from brain injuries to complex neuropathies. She has a special interest in the treatment of migraines, multiple sclerosis, and movement disorders such as Parkinson’s disease.
After receiving her master’s degree from the University of Texas at Arlington, Dr. Stephenson obtained her medical degree from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. She is a Board Certified Headache Specialist and Brain Injury Medicine Specialist. She has postgraduate training in neurological disorders and stroke management from Tufts University in Boston. Dr. Stephenson is currently affiliated with City Hospital at White Rock.
Sharisse Stephenson, MD, at Neurological Associates of North Texas in Dallas, Texas, offers compassionate care to patients struggling with pain, muscle weakness, and other complex symptoms caused by neurological conditions. While she’s an expert in today’s most advanced neurological testing, Dr. Stephenson believes that the most important diagnostic tool is listening to her patients, a trait that makes a significant difference in their treatment and outcome.
Dr. Stephenson treats the full scope of neurological conditions, from brain injuries to complex neuropathies. She has a special interest in the treatment of migraines, multiple sclerosis, and movement disorders such as Parkinson’s disease.
After receiving her master’s degree from the University of Texas at Arlington, Dr. Stephenson obtained her medical degree from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. She is a Board Certified Headache Specialist and Brain Injury Medicine Specialist. She has postgraduate training in neurological disorders and stroke management from Tufts University in Boston. Dr. Stephenson is currently affiliated with City Hospital at White Rock.
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CGRP is an important neuropeptide that is heavily involved in the process of migraines. In this blog post, we dive into detail about what CGRP is and what the many different pathways that it contributes to.
Inflammation plays an important role in migraines. They come into play when the nerves of the peripheral nervous system is activated. There are various treatment that target neurogenic inflammation that include prescribed and over-the-counter medications.
There is a complicated interrelationship between the brain and the nervous system in migraines. In this blog post, we talk more about the autonomic and peripheral nervous system and about the various treatments that are offered to combat migraines.
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