Circle of Life: Parenting a Child who has MigraineSeeing your child in pain is one of the worst feelings a parent can experience. Looking back on my childhood and teen years, I can only imagine the agony my... By Elizabeth Roberts-Zibbel4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments17 comments
Hiring the Right DoctorYou’ve probably heard that if you have migraine, the best kind of doctor is a headache specialist. You’ve probably also heard that there aren’t very many of them, you’ll probably... By tammy-lrome3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
The Pain Scale PredicamentAsk any person who deals with pain how they feel about the 0-10 pain scale commonly used in doctor's offices and hospitals, and you will likely get a very colorful... By Elizabeth Roberts-Zibbel5 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments81 comments
We Get Knocked Down But We Get Up AgainLike a car screeching to a stop, or a light switched off. Like a helium balloon floating away. Who am I? Where did I go? How is it possible? Just... By Holly Harding3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments32 comments
Will Soaking Your Feet in Hot Water Relieve a Migraine?You’ve probably seen that photo on social media. It depicts a woman sitting on a counter with her feet soaking in the sink basin and an ice pack on the... By tammy-lrome2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments10 comments
My Experience with Oxygen TherapyIn early June 2014, I was sitting with my mom in my headache specialist's office, nervously wringing my hands while speaking to the headache nurse coordinator. I rarely got to... By Elizabeth Roberts-Zibbel6 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments19 comments
Why Won’t My Doctor Prescribe Narcotics?One of our readers asks, “Why do neurologists not want to prescribe narcotics even if that's the only thing that stops the pain?” When used for a limited time, narcotics... By tammy-lrome3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
Thank a NurseMy 81 year old grandfather recently had his bladder and prostate removed. I had the privilege to stay long hours in the hospital with him, to comfort him and be... By Katie M. Golden4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments9 comments
To Cry or Not to Cry?It’s easy to find research espousing the benefits of a good cry. According to Dr. Judith Orloff of Psychology Today, continuous crying (i.e. the emotional kind as opposed to the... By Anna Eidt3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments35 comments
How Do You Break a Migraine That Won’t Stop?A frustrated, worried reader asked us: “I’ve had this same migraine for two weeks. This has never happened to me before. How do I break this?” This problem can happen... By tammy-lrome4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments26 comments
Migraine and the Full MoonIt began with a post I saw on Facebook from someone in one of my migraine support groups. "Is it just me??" It began. "I looked back over my pain... By Elizabeth Roberts-Zibbel4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments8 comments
Why do we judge each other?We’ve all heard it: people questioning whether or not the condition is real. And if they even believe there is such a thing as migraine, many still can’t fathom the... By Holly Harding3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments26 comments
Can Hair Coloring Trigger Migraine?Our readers ask some of the best questions. This one is so good that the answer deserves to be shared with everyone. "I stopped coloring my hair. Now my migraines... By tammy-lrome2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments8 comments
Full Moons and MigrainesThe impact of the full moon on migraines, while not properly or thoroughly researched, is generally accepted within the patient community. I have certainly noticed that the full moon brings... By Holly Harding2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments24 comments
Community Views: How Do You Decide Whether to Work or Not?One of our community members detailed her struggle with deciding whether or not to go to work when a migraine hits. When sharing her experience, she especially highlighted the struggle... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments22 comments
Volunteering while Disabled with Chronic MigraineThe frequency and severity of chronic migraine pain and its accompanying symptoms can be consuming to manage. For people who’ve been disabled by chronic migraines, volunteering can provide a sense... By Holly Harding3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments8 comments
When a Loved Event Becomes a TriggerMy hometown has a wonderful, well known early fall art and music fair called The Black Swamp Arts Festival. The Fest is nearing its 25 anniversary, and almost from its... By Elizabeth Roberts-Zibbel7 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Takeaways from The Migraine Miracle BookNote: These are my impressions after reading and applying Dr. Turknett’s recommendations. These are my personal opinions and responses to his book.(Turknett, Josh. The Migraine Miracle: A Sugar-Free, Gluten-Free, Ancestral... By Bill Bartlett5 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments8 comments
Triggered by Weather? This Medication May HelpIt’s fall in Texas, which means one to two months of intense oscillations between 90+ degree, summer-like temperatures and 30-50 degree winter temperatures – all within the same week if... By Sarah Hackley2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments15 comments
Can We Talk About Bras?Allodynia, or “central pain sensitization,” can make regular, everyday sensations feel painful. It's a part of living with migraine for many people, and it can turn ponytails, wool sweaters, and... By Anna Eidt2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments28 comments