| Term |
Meaning |
| Trepanning, Trepanation |
Holes or slits cut into the skull, usually with the intention
of relieving internal head pressure. |
| Migraineur |
Someone who suffers from migraines |
| Ischemic |
Disorder caused by a lack of blood |
| Thromboembolic |
Stroke caused by a blockage due to a blood clot |
| TIA |
Transient Ischemic Attack -- a minor stroke |
| Vascular |
Referring to blood vessels |
| Chronic |
Long-lasting (as opposed to acute) |
| Acute |
Suddenly coming to a crisis or becoming a significant
problem |
| Photophobia |
Fear of, or extreme dislike of, light |
| Phonophobia |
Fear of, or extreme dislike of, sound |