The Significance of Migraine & Headache Disorders
How has living with migraine or a headache disorder impacted you over the past 10 years? What should others who are new to migraine or are looking for support know about living with migraine or a headache disorder?
Had my first migraine in a long time last night. Silence and darkness are my only relief.
I never thought of myself as chronically ill until
I just read your post. I am chronically ill. You just lifted a weight off my shoulders when you said 'no one plans on becoming chronically ill"
Thank you so much as I have tears running down my face. Finally some kind of answer
Thank you for your kind words. I didn't mean to make you cry even tears of relief! I can tell you when I accepted being chronically ill (doesn't mean giving up) I felt a bit of relief as well. We're in good company!!
Wishing you a low pain day, Nancy Harris Bonk, Patient Advocate/Moderator
I tend to wake up with migraines and it is often unexpected and can really disrupt my day. I do find that maintaining healthy eating practices (especially limiting sugar) and exercising keeps them limited in number!
… I’m right there with you on the insurance train. I’m currently working on a procedure denial (appeal) which lists the definition of migraine! Omg … Like I don’t know what a migraine is! Wish I could write the appeal based on the author’s grammar and assumptions … I’d win, hands down.
Forgive my rant, ms ajar2112 … I hope your pain level is declining as I type ❣️
Ugh- that is SO frustrating. So sorry you are having to deal with that insurance mess. It really is ridiculous that we have to fight for coverage of a condition that is experienced by so many millions of people. And what a challenge to make those of us who are living with a complex neurological condition jump through endless paperwork hoops to defend our need for coverage! With you! Warmly- Holly migraine.com team.
Keeping track of triggers and symptoms through an app (or however else works for you) can help get a better handle on your migraines.
Mine have lessened over the years as I've cleaned up my diet and cleaning & beauty products but as I am nearing menopause seems hormones like to trigger them more often.
I'm so glad that someone finally found the problem! Congratulations! 
it is truly wonderful when we get confirmation about what is triggering something. Knowing is half the battle. How are you today? I hope to hear your Friday is going well. (Tonya, team member).
