Changing Migraine Attacks: How Do I Manage My Care?I've been dealing with migraine for as long as I can remember. In fact, I have some vivid memories of childhood being...reactions5comments
Vacation Planning StressorVacations are supposed to be fun and relaxing. Though when you are living with chronic health conditions, those vacations can be stressful...reactionscomments
Surviving the Bar Scene as a MigraineurIf I’m being honest, the bar scene was never my scene, but it was for many of my friends. And the truth...reactions9comments
What a New Cluster Headache Patient Needs to Know about TreatmentsCluster headache attacks are a different kind of beast than migraine disease and other headache disorders. The sudden onset and clock-like nature...reactionscomments
Waiting For the Other Shoe to Drop: Migraine and Comorbid ConditionsDo any of you feel as though you are constantly waiting for the other shoe to drop? Do you live not only...reactions68comments
Remembering Amy Capehart: A Mother and Veteran with MigraineJune 7th is Remembrance Day for two reasons: June is Migraine Awareness Month, and on June 7, 2013, the migraine community lost...reactions1comment
How a Headache Clinic Validated My Migraine StrugglesI've been a migraine patient for several decades. However, it was only last year that I learned that not all neurologists are...reactions2comments
Changing My Migraine Regimen: Trying New TreatmentsI’ve written several articles about my journey to my current treatment plan. I started with my primary care physician and saw several...reactionscomments
How A Hat Helps Me Avoid A Migraine In The WinterI’ve always been an “accessories” kind of girl. Belts, scarves, handbags, you name it and I’m probably a fan. It’s possible this...reactions7comments
Trauma + Insomnia = Perfect Storm for a MigraineAs someone who has struggled with migraines since childhood, I know I have a few very identifiable triggers. Unfortunately, I've also learned...reactionscomments
Sleep, Migraine, and InsomniaProblems with sleep are a major issue among those with chronic migraine. These sleep troubles can be problematic for a number of...reactions18comments
Migraine Dreams and Nightmares“Do you have migraines when you dream?” a friend asked several years ago. It was a question I’d never considered, and was...reactions32comments
What's in Your Toolbox? Migraine and OTC SupplementsI recently had the privilege of attending a physicians’ nutraceuticals conference and was fascinated by the depth of knowledge by the speakers...reactions1comment
What's Your Secret: SupplementMany people living with migraine are taking daily preventative and frequent rescue medications. The condition forces us to spend days in bed...reactions11comments
Fermented Foods for Mental HealthFermented foods (and beverages) have been a part of cultures around the world for thousands of years, as fermentation provides a way...reactions5comments
Living with Migraine (or Chronic Illness) Life HacksI have multiple chronic illnesses. We all know that life can be difficult, but when you throw in chronic conditions, that just...reactions4comments
Chronic Migraine Creates a Breeding Ground for More Health ChallengesI’ve had migraine for 45 years, the last 20 of them chronic, and yet I’m still learning how to manage this condition...reactions26comments
The Battle of Multiple Health ConditionsManaging one health condition can be taxing. I have spent most of my life battling one chronic ailment or another. My personal...reactions28comments
How My Migraine Journey Started"The journey of a thousand miles begins with one step." - Lao Tzu I always think about this quote when starting something...reactionscomments
Managing Mood Changes or Suicidal Ideation as a Medication Side EffectA handful of migraine preventive medications have a slight risk of mood changes, including depression and even suicidal ideation, as a potential...reactionscomments
