Shortness of breath...I have finally connected a symptom I have had for awhile before a migraine. I get a "energy" feeling in my stomach and a feeling of not being able to...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesSymptoms
Why It’s So Difficult To Ask For Help With Migraines...“I can do it myself, Mom,” my 6-year-old says while I zip up his coat. As my kid searches for more moments to experience his autonomy, this phrase pops up...Reactions0reactionsComments10 comments
What's Your Secret Disguise...In the following video, Holly discusses the many ways that we, as migraineurs, play dress up to protect ourselves from migraine. Even when there’s not any sun out, we are...Reactions0reactionsComments27 comments
Carving Out A New Care Relationship...Some folks in the community may remember that I previously wrote about my long time caregiver and partner leaving, after a season during which I'd gotten very sick with comorbidities...Reactions0reactionsComments7 comments
Beta blocker losing effectiveness???...Hello all. I’m new here. I have been dealing with migraines for the past 19 years. I was able to deal with them by taking Excedrin Migraine. Back in January-February...Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesTreatment
Is massage therapy effective for migraines?...Hey folks, I was diagnosed with chronic migraine in the previous year. I'm working as a Quality Analyst. But now I'm considering to resign the job as I'm not able...Reactions0reactionsComments3 replies
My Triggers...• Exposure to extreme heat and sunlight due to light sensitivity. Can avoid it by wearing baseball caps/hats and sunglasses over my regular eyeglasses (which are already transition—but not enough...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
What I Do on Sunday that Helps Reduce Migraines...Sunday is supposed to be a day of rest. It helps us replenish our energy. It helps us to avoid burnout. It also allows me to binge on the latest...Reactions0reactionsComments4 comments
I found this article helpful...I've been getting very bad vomiting with my migraines :( “True Confessions of A Migraine Sufferer” by Jme Golob https://link.medium.com/8A1bgNxmQ8...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesSymptoms
Feeling Alone and Seeking Answers...I've been really doing some digging recently trying to pinpoint triggers and causes for my excruciating migraines. Unfortunately I don't have a formal diagnosis because of lack of healthcare coverage...Reactions0reactionsComments3 replies
Finding Affordable and Convenient Medication...I have had migraines for almost 20 years. They are debilitating and have taken so much from my life and my family. I have lost so many jobs and friendships...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Should I tell my neurologist that she upset me?...Hi Everyone, I just saw my neurologist this past week after not having seen her since February. I have had only a few visits with her and she tried me...Reactions0reactionsComments5 replies
Newbie- worsening migraines..or?...Hi all I've had migraines since my early 20s. Started when reading a book and all the words on my right hand side of the page suddenly became blurry and...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
My One-Year Emgality Update: Side Effects, Migraine Frequency, and Insurance Stressors...I’ve been taking Emgality, one of the new CGRP antibody medications, for a year now and wanted to report my experience. Below I share about side effects, insurance stressors, and...Reactions0reactionsComments14 comments
Muscle Twitches/Shakes...Do you guys get muscle twitches/shakes that are 1-3 seconds long on some parts of your body?...Reactions0reactionsComments8 replies
What's In Your Toolbox? Migraine-Friendly Products...With an often overwhelming array of “products” that either claim to help migraine or make life more manageable, it can be hard to know where to start. In fact, it’s...Reactions0reactionsComments16 comments
Xeomin vs Botox...Hello! I’m new to this forum but not migraines. My question is someone’s experience with Xeomin injections. I’m a chronic migraine sufferer. Last year, I received the Botox brand for...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesTreatment
Neurologist threatening to take away medications without birth control. Help?...Hello, this is my first post and I am on mobile so sorry for any formatting errors. I’ve had migraines since I was 8 years old and for most of...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesTreatment
Hemiplegic migraine one part of the puzzle...Hey! I'm hoping any of you guys with more experience with HM might be able to offer some insight. These migraines were the first neurological experience I had as a...Reactions0reactionsComments2 replies
2020 Has Me Short-Tempered...I don’t feel like myself right now. The stress of living in 2020—plus the increase in migraine severity that stress has brought—has me short-tempered and quick to anger or tears...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
