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Atypical sensory processing is common in persons with migraine

Question from a Member: I wonder how sensory over-sensitivity in migraines differs from sensory over-sensitivity in autism spectrum. I’m not on the spectrum but have had sensory aversions even without accompanying migraine ever since my migraines started in adolescence. Blinking lights, overcast days, repetitive tapping, and ANY artificial fragrance are aversive, often make me irritable…

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