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Genetics of migraine
There are significant genetic factors implicated in migraine. Twin studies have shown a high rate of heritability (about 30-60%). Familial hemiplegic migraine (FHM) is an autosomal dominant form of migraine associated with an aura (visual disturbance) and transient unilateral motor weakness, and is passed down if a person has at least one first or second-degree relative with FHM. The three known genes underlying FHM help control neuronal activity through the availability of glutamate.
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