Mickeyfin Story
My mom had migraines all her life. She took Tylenol and went to bed in a dark room. She never talked about it but I knew something was wrong. Mine started at age 25, I was in a college chemistry class. I was scared and left class to sit in a quiet place. The migraine didn’t repeat for years, but started again at age 42. That time I was at work and couldn’t see my computer screen and my vision was terrible. I went to a cardiologist who tested me for heart disease. My heart was fine, he diagnosed me with an atypical migraine. I had a significant aura, and the headaches followed.
Then they kept coming back. I was unable to function. They became longer. Finally an internist prescribed Tramadol as soon as the aura started. He recommended going to a quiet place. That definitely worked. I now carry Tramadol with me. I always get an intense aura. This happens about twice a month. I tried a new preventative drug and it just made things worse and my head became very hot. I stopped that therapy fast. I can’t identify a cause as it happens spontaneously. To this day I go to a quiet dark place when I get the aura, use Tramadol as a mild dose. And fall asleep. If I can’t do that it lasts for days. Terrible problem. I have been in stress since my dear husband died. Stress is not good for me.
, my deepest condolences to you on the loss of your husband. Losing a partner is a major life change and creates a lot of stress as you learn to live in a new way. Stress and grief definitely take a toll on migraine. I thought these articles might feel affirming for you. 1) https://migraine.com/living-migraine/managing-an-attack-while-grieving 2) https://migraine.com/migraine-triggers/emotions-stress 3) https://migraine.com/living-migraine/stress-types-trigger
I hear how much you struggle with your migraine symptoms. Intense aura symptoms are so challenging. I'm glad you have found a treatment approach that helps you manage. Having the ability to rest in a dark, quiet place can make such a difference for managing migraine. How are you feeling today? Know we are here to listen when you need support. Wishing you a gentle day. ~Allyson (team member)
