I am curious in this migraine world, how many have had a spinal tap?I have had migraines since the age of ten. I have had them daily now for 17 years. There is nothing left to be done for me. I had a...reactions10replies
Ocular/Retinal MigraineI'm 43 and am having ocular/retinal migraines. It affects only my left eye and when I first notice it starting, I see a small jagged shape in the centre of...reactions1replyDiagnosis
PA-C or Neurologist?My doctor was reffering me to a nerologist, however, when I got to the appointment I found out I was actually going to be seeing a Physician assistant certified (PA-C)...reactions2replies
Amytriptyline withdrawalI finally saw a Neurologist last week and was told I wasn’t a hemiplegic migraine sufferer(was told this 6yrs ago) and that I have Chronic migraine. I’ve been told to...reactions1replyDiagnosis
cervical medial branch block & occipital nerve blockDoes anyone have experience with the cervical medial branch block procedure? Did it provide relief? Any side effects? A pain management physician recommended the branch block and the occipital nerve...reactions9repliesTreatment
Career options for chronic migraineIn years past I have worked 3-4 jobs at a time to try and make ends meet. I am a licensed hair stylist, but in my town it is not...reactions2replies
Can hemiplegic migraine cause pain in one side of the body along with weakness?Hi, everyone, I am new here, and I have a quick question for those who have hemiplegic migraines. I know that HM causes either weakness or paralysis in one side...reactions4replies
Has anyone had unexpected success while taking phentermine?I’m 45 and I’ve been coping with migraine pain since I was 13 years old. After various concerns about cognitive damage, and no improvement, my PCP has put me on...reactions7replies
IS ANYONE GIVING THEMSELVES DHE INJECTIONS?I AM TAKING DHE INJECTIONS AND TRIPTANS. MY INSURANCE COMPANY CUT BACK ON MY TRIPTANS SO I NEED TO STRETCH THEM FROM MONTH TO MONTH. I HATE THE INJECTIONS AND...reactions13replies
Is this all caused by migraine?I suffer from a set of symptoms, both individually and sometimes, like right now, all at the same time. Does anyone else experience similar symptoms, and do you know if...reactions1replySymptoms