The Migraine Dirty Dozen: 12 Things Not to Say to a Chronic MigraineurDear family and friends of chronic migraineurs; I write today to tell you what your loved ones probably will not — a...reactions375comments
Year in ReviewIt's hard to believe that, as I write this, 2012 is only hours away. The last months of my life have been...reactions2comments
Migraine Research: Your Gift Can Go Twice As Far! Thanks to the generosity of an anonymous donor, all new donations made this last week of the year (December 26-31, 2011)...reactionscomments
I've got to stop these meal-skippin' waysY’all, I have been a million times worse about not practicing what I preach than ever before. I haven’t been on more...reactions10comments
Aspartame, a Potential Migraine TriggerAspartame is found in over 6,000 food products as well as in carbonated/non-carbonated beverages that contain artificial sweeteners, including diet soft drinks...reactions6comments
Migraine Symptoms: Yawn, Yawn, Yawn"Stop yawning, or go take a nap for a few minutes." I can just hear my dad's voice, exasperated after my tenth...reactions72comments
When to See a Doctor for Your Migraine? Or the ER?With Migraines, there are times when one of our more difficult decisions can be whether we need to see a doctor. Or...reactions8comments
Why does the Emergency Department treat me like a drug seeker?“Headache” pain is ranked as the #4 reason for Emergency Room visits in the United States, yet it is rarely a life...reactions18comments
Sick animals and sick peopleMy little kitten, Wally (whom you’ve met before!), has not been herself lately. In early November she was spayed, and she never...reactionscomments
You've Been Denied: What Can You Do Now?Being denied by your insurance company for coverage of a treatment, procedure or medication can leave you feeling helpless. It feels as...reactions5comments
Who are we, anyway?Many people in the headache community refer to a person who gets migraines as a ‘migraineur.’ I disagree. I strongly prefer the...reactions9comments
What’s the Link? Socioeconomic Status and Chronic MigraineIn my last post, I talked about the link between income and migraine prevalence. In the United States, migraine prevalence is higher...reactions8comments
Foods Implicated in MigrainesThere are over 37 million people in the U.S. who suffer from migraines. For some individuals, food is a major contributor. Note:...reactions13comments
What’s the link? Falling Incomes and MigraineAccording to recent reports from the Census Bureau, incomes are down across the board and poverty is on the rise. But what...reactions2comments
Migraine Triggers and Comorbidities: Thyroid Disease - Part 2Continued from Migraine Triggers and Comorbidities: Thyroid Disease - Part 1 Migraine is a primary headache and is not *caused* by another...reactions24comments
Anti-Nausea Migraine Medication Zofran Issued New FDA WarningLast month the Food & Drug Administration (FDA) announced a new warning for anti-nausea medication Zofran. Zofran is FDA approved for treatment...reactions11comments
Migraine Symptoms: Olfactory HallucinationsWhen we think of Migraine aura, the visual aura symptoms most commonly come to mind. In their diagnostic criteria for "typical aura,"...reactions141comments
Avid Bookshop is almost hereMy bookstore is this close to opening. It’s surreal and amazing and exhausting—is it really possible that something I’ve been dreaming of...reactions4comments
So so tiredSo so tired. All I can do is chalk it up to the changing of the seasons and perhaps a hint of...reactions10comments
Expert Answer: Muscle Relaxants & MigraineQuestion: Any advice on the best time of day to take Flexeril for migraine? I am on 10 mg to avoid grinding/clenching...reactions26comments