7 Tips for Avoiding Migraine on VacationI practice a lot of relaxation techniques living with migraine. Whenever I’m prompted to picture a peaceful, relaxing place, I always envision the beach. I love the smell of the... By Alene L. Brennan, RYT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments10 comments
Is Being Clumsy A Symptom Of My Migraine?When I was 6 years old, my mom enrolled me in a dance class. I can remember being super excited about my new pair of dance shoes even more than... By Tonilyn Hornung2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Cruising with Chronic MigraineCome August, a group of us is going on a 6-day cruise! This is a birthday trip is for one of our friends. Most people only feel excitement at the... By Amanda Workman3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments46 comments
My Experience with Botox for MigrainesIn November of 2021, I was four months out from delivering twins too prematurely to survive, I was back in fertility treatments, I was parenting a then 2.5 year old... By Amanda Osowski3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments11 comments
What Are The Interictal Burdens of Migraine Disease?In my experience, migraine has confirmed what a complex neurological disease it can be. I suffer from chronic migraine, and as with many others, the condition began as episodic and... By Tom Picerno3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments26 comments
Surviving the Bar Scene as a MigraineurIf I’m being honest, the bar scene was never my scene, but it was for many of my friends. And the truth is, I didn’t want to feel left out... By Alene L. Brennan, RYT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments9 comments
Making Adjustments to My Reading for My MigrainesI’m a reader. I’m one of those people for whom “books” is part of my personality. I have big bookshelves, lovingly organized and decorated. I scoff at people who organize... By Laura Wheatman Hill2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments19 comments
How I Manage Changes in Therapy RegimensOver the years, I have battled migraine disease, I have been through more treatments and therapy regimens than I care to remember. Thankfully, with the advent of medical portals combined... By Tom Picerno3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments11 comments
Nature: Migraine Friend or Foe?Being outside in nature has been a source of calm and renewal for my migraine brain, but I've also learned to take many precautions when I go outside due to... By Adriane Dellorco3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments14 comments
This Supplement Cocktail Helped My Migraines!Last summer, I was hitting a breaking point with my migraines. I was getting them weekly - often several times a week. Not only that, they were so severe they... By Laura Kiesel3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments9 comments
Chronic Migraine Creates a Breeding Ground for More Health ChallengesI’ve had migraine for 45 years, the last 20 of them chronic, and yet I’m still learning how to manage this condition. Recently, I’ve experienced several incidents which illustrate how... By Holly Harding3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments26 comments
How I Manage Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and Chronic MigraineOne of the worst feelings is being so exhausted that my eyes hurt. Most of the time, when I feel this exhausted, I end up being unable to fall asleep... By Amanda Workman3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments35 comments
How to Find a Good NeurologistI’ve been living with migraines since I was 7 years old. So, naturally, I’ve met with my fair share of neurologists over the years. I’ve also seen a lot of... By Alene L. Brennan, RYT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
My Migraine BeginningsI first started having migraine symptoms back in 1995/96. I had come back from Saudi Arabia. I did not know what was going on but was having mild migraine symptoms... By Tonya Henry3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments11 comments
Connecting The Dots: Migraine or Comorbidity?I have seen several common threads when talking to people suffering from migraine disease. The most common one I see is that we all have comorbid conditions that complicate our... By Tom Picerno2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
Dating with Migraine DiseaseIt is estimated that over 37 million Americans live with migraine. However, there is still stigma and misunderstanding regarding headache disease. Navigating dating and intimacy is challenging enough, but throwing... By LaQuinda McCoy3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments20 comments
Chronic Migraine and New Abortive TrialThe muscles in my neck start to get too tight. As I roll my head in a circular motion to ease my neck muscles, I realize my jaw is clenched... By Amanda Workman2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments12 comments
What If It Really Is Stress That’s Making You Sick?Migraines are debilitating. They hold me captive in a dark room until the pain and vomiting pass – sometimes hours and sometimes days later. For others, it can be weeks... By Alene L. Brennan, RYT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Am I Cured? Topiramate and My MigrainesAfter my migraines changed significantly after a bout with COVID, a change in my stress levels, and possibly just my hormones as I’m getting older (don’t say it’s perimenopause, I’m... By Laura Wheatman Hill3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
3 Ways My Pets Help Me Through A MigraineI’m a dog person. Ever since I was a kid, I’ve had a dog friend to keep me company. When I was 5 years old, my big red Irish Setter... By Tonilyn Hornung2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments25 comments