5 Ways to Describe Migraines to a Person Who Doesn't Have ThemFor those who have experienced migraine pain, I can say, “I have chronic migraines,” and there’s no further explanation needed. An instant...reactions51comments
Missing Out Because of MigraineI have missed out on countless holidays, events, and other fun activities with loved ones due to migraine. After being miserable spending...reactions10comments
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...reactions10comments
Tempering Anxiety: Feeling Mentally Prepared for the Next Migraine Attack"I can't go anywhere without getting an attack!" I cried, on an autumn day out with my husband. A migraine had just...reactions3comments
When Big Emotions Are TriggersFor many of us who live with migraine, crying is a trigger. So is being overly excited or anxious. Even experiencing extreme...reactions32comments
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...reactions3comments
Write About Your Migraine Experience: Prompt 2Migraine disease can be very isolating, and sometimes it's hard to describe your experience. Well, creative writing can help! In this series...reactions10comments
Ringing in the New Year Without AlcoholMany of us are getting ready to ring in the New Year. We celebrate as we raise a glass with our family...reactionscomments
Breaking Up With Red WineRed wine is a common migraine trigger for many individuals, with or without being chronic. Originally, it was not one for me...reactions4comments
Is Alcohol Consumption a Trigger for Migraine?When I was younger, I had a more robust social life. Part of that included going out with friends and consuming some...reactions27comments
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...reactions31comments
The Looming Fear of a Migraine AttackOn a day I was afraid getting out of bed would show that the migraine attack that had been plaguing me was...reactions14comments
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...reactions2comments
Managing Physical and Emotional Burnout from MigraineLet’s all think about our migraine journey. Are you someone who has been dealing with migraines for years? Are you feeling that...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...reactions1comment
Making Diet and Lifestyle Changes Without the OverwhelmDiet and lifestyle changes can be a great compliment to the medical treatment that you’re receiving from your doctor in managing migraines...reactionscomments
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...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...reactionscomments
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...reactionscomments
Driving As a Migraine TriggerThose of us with migraine disease sometimes find ourselves in a tough situation when driving or riding in a car triggers a...reactions5comments
