What are CGRP biologics?

Monthly or quarterly injections (Aimovig, Emgality, Vyepti) that block the migraine-triggering CGRP pathway. They are well tolerated and can markedly cut attack frequency.

Do I need an MRI for my headaches?

Most migraine patients do not. Imaging is ordered when red flags are present — sudden severe onset, neurological deficits, or a change in headache pattern.

Can children be seen for headaches?

Yes — Dr. Ebied sees children with headaches from age 6 and above.

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Headache & Migraine

الصداع والشقيقة

Chronic migraine is a disease, not a bad habit — and it is treatable. Prof. Dr. Ebied runs a dedicated Headache Clinic with the full modern toolkit.

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When to See a Neurologist

Headaches on 15 or more days per month

Throbbing pain, often on one side of the head

Nausea or vomiting during attacks

Sensitivity to light, sound, or smells

Visual aura (flashing lights, zigzag lines) before attacks

Painkillers needed more than 10 days a month

How It Is Diagnosed at the Clinic

Diagnosis is clinical: a structured headache history and neurological examination, with a headache diary to count attack days. MRI is reserved for red-flag features. The clinic screens for medication-overuse headache, which mimics and worsens chronic migraine.

Treatment Options

1CGRP-targeted biologics: Aimovig, Emgality, Vyepti
2Botox injections every 12 weeks (PREEMPT protocol)
3Ultrasound-guided nerve blocks (GON, supraorbital, SPG)
4Acute and preventive medication optimisation
5Trigger management and headache-diary coaching

Related procedures:

Botox Injection for Chronic Migraine Nerve Block for Headache Disorders

Why Dr. Ebied for This Condition

Prof. Dr. Ebied is a Board Member of the World Headache Society, holds a Headache & Facial Pain certification, and founded a multidisciplinary Headache Clinic — this is his flagship subspecialty.

Frequently Asked Questions

Botox is FDA-approved for chronic migraine — 15 or more headache days per month — usually after two oral preventives have not helped enough. It is repeated every 12 weeks.

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