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
Sitting in the Dark: Facing Suicidal ThoughtsContent Note: This article contains themes of depression and suicidal ideation. If you or a loved one are struggling, consider reading our...reactionscomments
Hope, Fear, and Trying ANOTHER Migraine MedicationRecently my headache specialist started me on yet another preventive migraine medication. Not surprisingly, my emotions have been all over the place!...reactions12comments
Appealing A Disability RejectionHolly was recently kicked off her private disability plan. After a year, she won back coverage. In this series, she walks us...reactions25comments
Migraine Myths and Misconceptions DebunkedWe say it all the time, migraine is more than “just a headache.” In fact, there are nearly 39 million of us...reactions4comments
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
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
When My ENT Visit Turned Into a Headache AppointmentI have a long history of ear, nose, and throat issues. This started with needing pressure equalizing (PE) tubes, at 5. I...reactionscomments
Getting a Cognitive Neuropsychology Evaluation for DisabilityHolly was recently kicked off her private disability plan. After a year, she won back coverage. In this series, she walks us...reactions30comments
Starting Acupuncture for My Chronic MigraineAcupuncture is one of those remedies that some people say help them with migraine pain and prevents their attacks. There have been...reactions6comments
Free or Inexpensive Coping Tools for MigraineMigraine treatments can be expensive, time-consuming, and sometimes hard to get approval for if you’re working with insurance. Over the years I’ve...reactions35comments
My Worst Cluster Headache Cycle Caused Hair Loss and Nerve DamageEpisodic cluster headaches are an enigma. Most of the time, I'm a "normal" 34-year-old woman. Once or twice a year, I experience...reactions2comments
My Complex Migraine Preventative TreatmentMy chronic migraine has been such a complex issue to manage. I have tried several medications and procedures to manage my condition...reactionscomments
3 Migraine-Friendly Date Night IdeasLet’s face it migraine can put a heavy strain on our relationships. It’s hard to make – and keep – plans with...reactionscomments
Kicked Off Disability? What Are Your Options?Holly was recently kicked off her private disability plan. After a year, she won back coverage. In this series, she walks us...reactionscomments
Reducing the Risk of a Migraine Attack During Colonoscopy PrepI don’t know anyone who looks forward to a colonoscopy. For those of us with migraine, the required dietary restrictions and prep...reactions19comments
Imagine a Migraine World That Is TransformedImagine a world where the norms of life with migraine are completely transformed from the life we currently journey! A life that...reactions17comments
How Listening To Myself Versus Others Helped Ease My Head PainMy migraine attacks may have been happening in my own head, but for the longest time, I looked outside of myself for...reactions1comment
Trying a Prednisone Pack...AgainThe migraine wouldn’t end. It started around Thanksgiving and, every time I thought it was gone, it would be back. Nausea, light...reactions25comments
