Getting a Migraine DiagnosisDo you suspect you could have migraine but aren't sure? Here's a short guide on how to get started toward a diagnosis. Why primary care? A primary care provider that...reactionscomments
NOW CLOSED Light Up Your Life: Win a Pair of TheraSpecs FL-Pro Glasses!The Light Up Your Life: Win a Pair of TheraSpecs FL-Pro Glasses Giveaway is now closed. Thank you for your interest! A life with migraine can mean navigating a world...reactions9comments
The Timeline of a MigraineIf there's anything I've learned on my migraine journey, it’s that migraines are different for everyone, oh…and to always pack your relief meds while traveling. It’s such a individual experience...reactions5comments
Learning What Works For MeI don't remember when my first migraine was. It was probably junior high, but I can't pin it down beyond that. (But that's not bad for half a century ago!)...reactionscomments
Reduced Consciousness with MigraineTwo days ago, I had an eye exam scheduled. Before the exam, I started to develop a headache, but it was still bearable. As the exam went on, my headache...reactionscomments
Reflections on a Decade of AdvocacyFor the past ten years, I have been privileged to be a writer and advocate for the migraine community, sharing my journey and amplifying the voices of others on Migraine.com...reactionscomments
Are Genetics to Blame for Headache Disease?There has been a lot of research and discussion regarding migraine disease being genetic. The general statistics are: If you have 1 parent with migraine, you have a 50 percent...reactions8comments
Finally, a Good DoctorHave you ever left a doctor’s appointment feeling defeated or lost? Me too. My experience is like many, we wait for weeks or months for an appointment, only to walk...reactions13comments
How Do You Discuss Quality of Life Issues With Your Provider?Those of us with migraine know that migraine can cause many different symptoms. Those symptoms can impact our day-to-day life from, little to no impact, to severe disability. The way...reactionscomments
Under Attack: Mental Health and Migraine Stigma"Are you stressed?" How many times has a well-meaning friend or physician said this? I wish there was a magic wand to relieve my stress! This begs the question though...reactions3comments
Is This Migraine or Stroke? When New and Unusual Symptoms Require Immediate EvaluationI’ve navigated chronic migraine for the majority of my life. In the process, I’ve become clear on my specific set of migraine symptoms. Recently, I had a migraine attack that...reactions11comments
Migraine and Nausea: My Dynamic Duo“Pull over, pull over,” I yelled. Following my panicked instructions, my husband pulled over on the highway and I vomited on the side of the road. I took a breath...reactions8comments
How I "Do" Mindfulness During Migraine PainWhen I first heard of mindfulness, I thought it was some woo-woo made-up wishful thinking activity. Or worse, woo-woo made up wishful thinking which required you to sit still and...reactions2comments
When a Medication Stops Working or Its Efficacy FadesA huge part of life with migraine is finding an effective treatment strategy that results in relief. It can take years to discover the perfect balance of preventatives and rescue...reactions35comments
The Emotional Phases of a MigraineWhen it comes to discussing migraines, it is the physical symptoms that tend to be the focus. In my 15 years of living with chronic migraine, this is the first...reactionscomments
Organizing My Medical Records and Advice for OthersWhether you are a chronic illness patient or someone who just has a Type A personality, I feel organization is important. There are a lot of advantages to keeping detailed...reactionscomments
How to Discuss Trying a New Therapy With Your ProviderBack in my early twenties, I would get frequent headaches, which led to several ER trips. I dreaded the long wait time and the constant noises adding to my already...reactions1comment
What Are My Migraine-Friendly Tips for Driving?Driving an automobile is a privilege and a big goal for many people. As a teen, I couldn’t wait to get behind the wheel and experience the freedom and independence...reactionscomments
Seeing the World Through Rose Colored Glasses as Migraine TreatmentI went to see comedian Bobcat Goldthwait and he did a whole bit about his rose colored glasses. He sometimes wears red tinted glasses as a fashion statement and says...reactionscomments
Advocating for Migraine Accommodations at WorkManaging migraine is a full-time job in itself. Between the doctor’s appointments, endless calls to insurance, trips to the pharmacy, and of course the countless days of pain and other...reactionscomments
