The Endometriosis-Migraine Link: New Data on Genes and CGRP

We thought we had endometriosis all figured out. After all, we know it’s a chronic pain syndrome that’s hormone responsive. But there’s more to it than that. Within the last few years, including this year 2023, we have grown even more in our understanding of this pelvic pain condition. We now have new data explaining the link between endometriosis and migraine attacks. Are you familiar with CGRP? While most attention has focused on this biochemical messenger’s role in migraines, CGRP is also related to endometrial implants. In this episode, we will do a deep dive into the shared pathophysiology of endometriosis and migraine headaches. We will look at the role that CGRP and TRPV1 play in both of these pain conditions.