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Out of the blue

Do migraines just pop up out of the blue. I’m 50 years old and had my first migraine last week? I was hospitalized and my MRI was normal. Just curious

  1. Hi. Sorry you had to go through that! Yes, migraines can start at any time, though younger is usually most common. What kind of symptoms did you have? Were you able to get the help you needed at the hospital, and are you following up with your doctor? We have plenty of information and helpful people here, so ask as many questions as you'd like. I hope you're doing better this week. -Melissa, team member

    1. I am so sorry to hear this.
      I hope and pray that you are feeling better and you won’t have them very often.
      I would say “yes” migraines can just pop up.
      Migraines can be very unpredictable. They can have many causes-from hormones to foods. Read all you can to better understand migraines.
      This site has a lot of great resources and information. So you can do your reading here.
      Are you on medication?
      I do hope that you and your doctor can come to a helpful treatment plan.
      Do let us know how you are doing.
      Best regards
      Marijo

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