Effect of COVID-19 Vaccination on Managing Chronic Migraine with Botulinum Toxin: A Case Series
نویسندگان
1 دانشگاه علوم پزشکی زنجان
2 دانشگاه علوم پزشکی ایرانشهر
3 دانشگاه علم و فرهنگ
doi
10.5812/archcid-135039چکیده
Introduction: Although post-vaccination headaches have been reported following COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019) immunization, the specific effect of such vaccination on chronic migraine (CM) management utilizing botulinum toxin remains unexplored. This case series highlights the experiences of five CM patients who, despite initially responding well to abobotulinum toxin type A (BTX-A) treatment, experienced increased headache frequency post-COVID-19 vaccination. These findings suggest the potential implications of COVID-19 vaccination on the efficacy of CM management strategies. Conclusions: Based on the observed outcomes, the authors hypothesize that COVID-19 vaccination within the initial month of botulinum toxin administration could attenuate its efficacy in managing CM. Patients should be made aware of this possibility. Consequently, it is recommended that physicians might consider rescheduling the administration of BTX-A for CM management based on their clinical judgment.