How an Overstimulated Brain Triggers My MigraineOver the years that I’ve suffered from migraine disease, I have had many triggers present themselves to me. Some were more obvious than others, of course, and avoiding them was... By Tom Picerno3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments31 comments
Role Reversal: My Husband's Extended Migraine AttackMy husband is on day six of a migraine attack. He has episodic migraine that’s usually infrequent, though it increases in frequency during times of high stress. It’s never been... By Kerrie Smyres2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
The Trickiness of Treating Menstrual MigrainesIn my life, there are some things I can predict. For example, I know without a doubt my 8-year-old will ask for a snack even after he's just eaten a... By Tonilyn Hornung2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments6 comments
The Intersection Between Introversion and Chronic MigraineExperiencing chronic migraine can encourage a life of introversion as we learn we must live quietly and in solitude in order to have a greater chance of avoiding attacks. Some... By Holly Harding2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments45 comments
An Open Letter to My MigrainesDear Migraines, It's been almost 30 years of this back and forth, this dance we started so very long ago. When you first showed up, I was too young to... By Amanda Osowski3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Community Views: CGRP Personal ExperiencesCGRP medications have been an exciting development in migraine treatment over the last three years. They are the first treatments developed specifically for migraine. Before CGRPs, migraine drugs were created... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Living in Fear of MigrainesMost people simply don't understand migraines. They think they get "headaches" too; what's so different about your headaches? Why would you actually live in fear of them? Well, talk to... By Alene L. Brennan, RYT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments12 comments
Treating Migraine and FibromyalgiaIndividuals who suffer with migraines can face a variety of comorbid conditions. These range from mental health issues to neurological conditions, and various other medical conditions. Of these other medical... By Amanda Workman3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Minding the Gap: Creating An Equal Space For AllThe American healthcare system is burdened with inequalities and inequities that disproportionately impact people of color and other marginalized groups. These inequalities contribute to gaps in health insurance coverage, uneven... By Jaime Sanders4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Community Views: CGRP General ReflectionsThree years ago, the first CGRP drug gained FDA approval and came to the market. Since 2018, five more CGRPs have been approved and prescribed for preventative and acute migraine... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
How I Bribe My MigrainesWhen I became a parent, there were things I swore I'd never do. Like I'd never feed my kid pizza for lunch and then again for dinner or wear the... By Tonilyn Hornung2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments5 comments
Menstrual Migraines: What Should I Know?I have suffered from migraines for most of my life, but it wasn't until I started trying to conceive that I began experiencing menstrual migraines, also known as hormonal headaches... By Amanda Osowski3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Preparing for a Successful Healthcare Provider VisitIn this video, I share my two most important tips for ensuring a successful visit with a healthcare provider... By Kerrie Smyres1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Migraine Relief During PregnancyYour body goes through a lot of change during pregnancy – including a lot of hormonal shifts to support your ever-growing baby. Although with these changes can come unwanted migraines... By Alene L. Brennan, RYT2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
SUNCT - Discovering a New DiagnosisHow do you navigate experiencing new symptoms? How do you handle it when your doctor doesn't know a diagnosis or a treatment plan for the new presentation? I experienced this... By Anna Williams3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Attempting to Move with Chronic MigraineIt seems no matter how hard I tried to be prepared to move from one house to another, I simply failed to be completely ready for this move. While moving... By Amanda Workman3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments19 comments
A New Normal After School"You're just stressed." "Once you graduate, you'll feel better." These are words I heard many times. Teachers, family, and friends, all insisted that my daily migraine attacks were a direct... By Lisa Robin Benson2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments11 comments
It's Not Too Late to Attend RetreatMigraineIt is NOT TOO LATE to attend RetreatMigraine in-person, Oct. 15-17 at Sonesta Redondo Beach & Marina. The COVID pandemic has been hard for all. So many of us are... By Katie M. Golden3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Migraine Wearable Device - NerivioRecently, I shared an article highlighting my experience with Cove, an online migraine concierge service. In addition to having 24x7 access to a migraine specialist, Cove introduced me to some... By Amanda Osowski3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments8 comments
The Fear of A Migraine Away From Home“How far are we going?” I asked my husband for the thousandth time. He told me how long we’d be in the car and again I felt my nervousness kick... By Tonilyn Hornung2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments