Strange Migraine ChangesI wanted to ask the community about my migraine change, I have had migraines for 38 years, always starts with aura zigzags, then pain over my left eye, and eventually... By rosewitch1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments8 comments
Axon Giveaway Terms & ConditionsOfficial Rules, Terms, and Conditions for 2020 Axon Optics Giveaway! NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. A PURCHASE DOES NOT INCREASE YOUR CHANCES OF WINNING. VOID WHERE PROHIBITED. 2020... By Editorial Team 9 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Mask Tips for Migraine PatientsI don’t wear a mask often. That’s not because I don’t believe in their efficacy, and it’s not because I am at all careless when it comes to preventing the... By The Migraine Girl4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments7 comments
6 Ways to Get the Most Out of Your Telehealth Visit“Hello, I’m Dr R------,” the gastroenterologist said at my first telehealth appointment with him. Social convention dictates that I would have said, “Hi, I’m Kerrie. It’s nice to meet you.”... By Kerrie Smyres3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
AftermathMy bedroom is like the scene of a migraine crime. There is a vomit bucket next to three ice packs that are no longer cold. There is an eye covering... By Holly Harding3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments49 comments
The Girl in that CapI was diagnosed with chronic migraine when I was only 9 years old. It was a constant reason for a lack of confidence for my appearance of a geeky child... By riabhat1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
A Life Not My OwnStarting at 17 years old migraines came into my life. I knew what it was and what I should do because I had watched my mom suffer with them most... By dominicandy4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments5 comments
Was It a Brain Tumor, Causing My Migraines?About 30 years ago, my occasional one day migraine headaches, became worse, gradually, turning into up to 3 day migraines. It was becoming increasingly difficult to do well, in my... By puffin773 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Weird But True: Did My Dog Take On My Migraine Symptoms?There was a time I didn’t believe in unseen elements. My existential crisis kept me locked in a closed-off mindset. I only considered those notions that were backed up with... By Tonilyn Hornung2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments8 comments
Stress: A Migraine TriggerA challenge around dealing with migraines pertains to the individuality of every aspect of the disease. Elements such as triggers, symptoms, and even the effectiveness of treatments. There are so... By Amanda Workman2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments12 comments
RetirementI have not applied for disability because of the fear of rejection. My migraines are triggered by growth in my pituitary gland in my brain. Part-time work is all I'm... By sshyladyb1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
Even Doctors Don't UnderstandI have suffered since aged 16. In my 30s and 40s, the pain and frequency worsened. I have no aura, so most medications don't work as I don't know if... By wigwaggy1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
No Freedom Always a PrisonerAt the age of 4-6 years old my mother was told I have a seizures disorder and was put on Depakote among other seizure medications to try throughout the many... By cj832 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Migraines and COVID-19I work as a CNA at a nursing home and I take care of those vulnerable to COVID-19. We have to wear masks and either face shields or goggles. Because... By l04i1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Chronic MigrainesI'm a 37-year-old male here. Who use to not have as many migraines when I was in my early to mid-twenties. But as I've got into my late thirties they... By wderi321 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Take the Connected Health Survey (Now Closed)The Connected Health Survey is now closed. Thank you for your interest! In the digital age, there are so many devices, websites, and technologies related to health. From fitness trackers... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Quality of Life ImprovedMy story is more about my daughter than myself. My 15-year-old daughter has had migraines (familial hemiplegic specifically) for more than half her life with little if any relief. We... By annieh1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Long Term HeadachesUntil I retired and moved to Northern Utah my headaches were livable. While working I was able to go mountain or road biking with a few of my colleagues several... By corsair43601 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Migraine and WorkThis is not my whole migraine story, as I thought I was responding to how migraine affected my retirement. I was, in effect, forced to retire, because of the migraines... By savta451 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Migraine ExplosionI've had chronic migraines for over 20 years. This morning my cat decided to meow loudly and incessantly at 5 am jolting me out of deep sleep. As soon as... By melissam1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments