3 Ways Acupuncture Helped My MigrainesDuring my childhood, trips to the doctor’s office were as common as treks to the playground. So, when my migraines first started...reactions8comments
The Trickiness of Treating Menstrual MigrainesIn my life, there are some things I can predict. For example, I know without a doubt my 8-year-old will ask for...reactions6comments
Am I Cured? Topiramate and My MigrainesAfter my migraines changed significantly after a bout with COVID, a change in my stress levels, and possibly just my hormones as...reactionscomments
Tips for Managing an Increase in Migraine AttacksHow do you manage a sudden uptick in migraine attacks? I’ve been asking myself this as I’ve wrestled with stress-triggered attacks for...reactions18comments
Should You Be Honest With Your Employer About Migraines?The decision of whether to disclose your migraine diagnosis to a prospective or current employer comes down to weighing the pros and...reactions79comments
A Shift In Weather and My Migraine BasketI live in the midwest, which is known for its whiplash in weather changes, including warm and cold fronts. We had a...reactions10comments
Do You Have a Migraine-To-Go Bag?As a mom, I frequently say that all I do is “pack and unpack bags all day long.” My middle child has...reactions32comments
Migraine Irritability and AgitationAs someone who has lived with migraines most of my life, I'll be the first to admit that they have taken over...reactions29comments
Bringing in a New Year with Chronic MigrainesFeeling cheerful about bringing in a new year may be daunting. It means another year in pain for me — a new...reactionscomments
The Importance of Dosage with Migraine MedicationsAs someone who has struggled with migraines since childhood, it's very easy for me to list the abortive migraine medications that have...reactions6comments
Low-Cost Options for Migraine PatientsIt is a beautiful, calm, and rainy spring morning. Glassy water drops paint the window panes in my room in fleeting, translucent...reactions6comments
Chronic Migraine and My Life BeforeChronic migraine has impacted my life since 2009. While I had some experience with episodic migraines prior to 2009, chronic migraines changed...reactions19comments
The Guilt Trip of MigraineWhen am I going to get better at managing the guilt that comes with migraine? After a lifetime of dealing with this...reactions33comments
How to Handle the Emergency Department for Cluster HeadachesThe first time someone has a cluster headache attack, it may send them to the emergency room (ER). It's common and recommended...reactions6comments
Can a Migraine Attack Be Triggered By Crying?Recently, I was at my daughter’s elementary school graduation. It was a challenging year for all of us, to say the least...reactions15comments
3 Tips for Creating an Emergency Room Plan with Cluster HeadachesGoing to the emergency room is the last resort for established cluster headache patients. However, it's often the first step for someone...reactions1comment
Seven Ways to Lessen Migraine's Impact on Your Family"I feel so guilty for what my migraine attacks do to my kids!" If you’re a parent with migraine, you’ve likely had...reactions2comments
Migraine and the Voices in My HeadOften, as migraine disease manifests itself in a person's life, other conditions accompany it. Sometimes there may be a condition that is...reactionscomments
My Most Popular Migraine SymptomsThere was a time when my migraine symptoms were only a couple of the most popular ones. I'm sure you've heard of...reactions9comments
A Dark Room and Other Ways to Migraine-Proof Your SpaceI know it’s there. Like a Jedi Master strong with The Force, I can feel it even with my eyes closed—that sliver...reactions2comments
