To Supplement Treatments or Not?For a long time, I was on the same preventative migraine medication - Qulipta. And I knew it was working at least...reactions2comments
Depakote Infusion for MigraineAfter trying several as needed, monthly, and daily medications to try to break my cycle of chronic migraine attacks, my neurologist told...reactions2comments
Masking Our Migraine AttacksDo you ever hide the fact that you're dealing with a migraine attack or the associated symptoms? When and why do you...reactions4comments
Transient Aphasia: A Journey from the First Time to the PresentTransient aphasia is a migraine symptom that hit me like a brick wall out of nowhere. Over the last several years, I...reactions20comments
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) and MigrainePolycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a common hormonal disorder. It affects women of reproductive age. That is, after puberty but before menopause...reactions14comments
The Power of a PetIt is a given that our pets can help us navigate the challenging terrain of migraine. They provide comfort and distraction when...reactions36comments
The Difficulty of Conversing During a Migraine AttackThough personality assessments have me riding the line between introvert and extrovert, most people who know me will tell you that, without...reactions330comments
10 Ways Migraine is Not “Just a Headache”Migraine is a neurological disorder that’s largely inherited, and migraine attacks are terribly painful and often disabling. Sadly, though, migraine is frequently...reactions14comments
Argh…A Trigger is Not a Cause. Don’t Let Them Get Away With ItWhen someone says, “My migraine is caused by stress (or the weather, or menses, or red wine),” they are wrong. They are...reactions24comments
Migraine HacksWhen a migraine attack is in full swing, and the pain is overwhelming, finding relief can feel impossible. Here are some migraine...reactions14comments
The Messy Wake of Destruction a Migraine Can Leave BehindHas this ever happened to you? You emerge from a multi-day migraine, finally able to leave your bedroom, finally able to even...reactions64comments
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...reactions11comments
Who Is in Your Village?I’m sure you’ve heard the saying, “It takes a village to raise a child” but, do we ever stop needing a village?...reactions4comments
Loneliness of Living with Disabling Chronic MigraineEvery single day it's me at home alone with Felix and Maisy, but then I get to spend my evenings with my...reactions12comments
My Migraine Medication JourneyThere are many medications that can be used to treat/prevent migraines. I have tried many since my actual migraine diagnosis. I say...reactionscomments
From the Background to the Forefront: Migraines Have Become a Daily NuisanceAs someone who has experienced migraines on and off again since childhood, I’m no stranger to the impact they have on my...reactionscomments
The 2024 Social Health Awards ProgramEditorial Note: Nominations for 2024 are now closed. We are very excited to announce the launch of the 2024 Social Health Awards...reactionscomments
How Do I Connect With Other People Living With Migraine?Migraine is one of the world’s most common health conditions and its most common neurological disease. Navigating life with migraine can be...reactions2comments
Migraine Milestones: Celebrating Small WinsI used to be so hard on myself all the time. If I’m being honest, I still am in many ways today...reactionscomments
Did Mindfulness During a Migraine Attack Help?Every week, it seems, I have the same conversation with my therapist. I complain that I’m still feeling stuck, unable to do...reactionscomments
