Migraines at 66
I’ve had migraine for about 25 years and at 66 I’ve no medication and it’s becoming extremely hard to cope with the pain . Are there any others that have a coping strategy please??? My migraine goes for minimum 3 days
Hi
- So sorry to hear that you've been experiencing an increase in migraine pain. There are a variety of possible treatment approaches to reducing this. Have you ever consulted with a neurologist before? That may be the best first step to help determine helpful pathways to tackle this issue.
Potential treatments may include medication (https://migraine.com/migraine-treatment/acute-abortive) and complimentary and alternative approaches to relief, such as supplements (https://migraine.com/migraine-treatment/natural-remedies), yoga/stretching (https://migraine.com/complementary-and-alternative-therapies), massage, chiropractic care, or medical devices (https://migraine.com/devices) that can help bring you relief.
However, since we're not medical professionals, we can't give you advice on which avenue may be best. I encourage you to seek out further guidance for a qualified doctor.
Warmly,
Cody (Team Member)
I am also 66 and have had migraines since my 20’s. In the early years they were occasional and my “ treatment “ was a couple aspirin and a cup of coffee. They have progressed over the years and are now chronic. I was recently diagnosed with laborynthine hypofunction. Some have called it vestibular migraine. I have had many falls and don’t drive. I have wonderful neurologists but nothing works on me. Luckily my current neurologist will prescribe some of the older medications that worked when I was younger. They don’t work as well but take the edge off. I also have tinnitus. The worst part of having it is I no longer can have silence.
That’s all for now, just typing on a white screen is painful. Linda
Thank you so much for continuing to share more of your journey with us, Linda. I always love hearing from you and learning more about you. Migraine does have its way of evolving - and we have our way of shifting in how we respond to medications. Vestibular migraine can be very complicated to manage. It sounds like you have a good partnership with your specialist which can be half the battle. Please take it as easy as you can while you navigate the especially hard days. I live with chronic migraine and have learned to give myself a lot of grace to rest and be in quiet dark spaces throughout the day to lower the stimulation I encounter. So sorry about the tinnitus. I'm experiencing that as a side effect of a CGRP I'm trying (it's not extreme, thankfully) but it does give me a lot of compassion for those who live with it around the clock at a high volume. Sending you love and care. Warmly - Holly (team member)
Thankyou
Thank you Holly, I feel the same way about you. I didn’t know migraine would change this way. I am learning from my doctor that many of my problems are related to migraine or more specifically, my brain. When I have asked questions about the white spots in my brain, I am always told it is nothing. My current neurologist admits they have something to do with the symptoms.
Thanks for being there, Linda
Linda, it's wonderful to hear that you're feeling supported by the community here. It really can feel like you're living on an island or being "unreasonable" when you know something is off in your body and you're not getting the answers that you want and deserve from doctors. It can be so helpful to have a community of people who can relate and really understand from firsthand experience. I'm glad to hear that you found a neurologist who is also giving you more details answers now too!
Best
Alene (team member)The white matter lesions are reported by many who have had migraine - and I've heard what you mentioned- that they are generally considered to be harmless- but it's hard not to feel concerned about such things. Good to hear you are able to share openly and honestly with your doctor about your feelings and fears and that s/he truly listens to you. We are also here to listen and support you- and I'm grateful for your kindness and support as well. We've known each other for quite a while, haven't we? I'm so thankful to be connected with you. Please keep in touch, Linda. With love, Holly (team member).
