##  [Migraine: One of the world’s most common diseases](/stories/migraine-one-worlds-most-common-diseases "Migraine: One of the world’s most common diseases") 

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#  Migraine: One of the world’s most common diseases 

Did you know migraine is the most common of all neurological disorders? Learn more surprising facts.



 

 Jun 15, 2016 

Migraines affect more than 10% of the world’s population and consist of ongoing bouts of pulsating pain, typically focused on one side of the head. Migraine is also associated with other debilitating symptoms, including nausea, vomiting and sensitivity to light, sound and odors.

At Novartis, we are committed to helping to raise awareness of this debilitating disease. Continue reading to learn more about one of the world’s most common disorders.

 ![Facts about migraine](/sites/novartis_com/files/styles/crop_freeform/public/2021-08/migraine-the-most-common-neurological-disorders-1.jpg.webp?itok=RZh048P9 "Migraine is the most common of all neurological disorders")

 

 ![Facts about migraine](/sites/novartis_com/files/styles/crop_freeform/public/2021-08/characterize-frequent-migraines.jpg.webp?itok=811Xeq4c "There is more than one way to characterize frequent migraines")

 

 ![Facts about migraine](/sites/novartis_com/files/styles/crop_freeform/public/2021-08/migraine-is-a-leading-cause-of-disability.jpg.webp?itok=fVEAwZ7I "Migraine is a leading cause of disability")

 

 ![Facts about migraine](/sites/novartis_com/files/styles/crop_freeform/public/2021-08/migraine-people-go-undiagnosed.jpg.webp?itok=-PRpGl_t "More than 40% of people living with migraine go undiagnosed")