Side Effects from Migraine Symptoms: The Hidden Dangers and Many Convolutions...The complexity of migraine disease causes so many side effects, the list seems endless. To add to the frustration we feel, people often tell us, “I suffer from headaches too,”...reactions33comments
Increased Migraines After Botox – Seeking Advice and Alternatives for Pain Relief...Has anyone had a similar experience after their first round of Botox? Did a second treatment eventually help reduce the frequency of attacks? I’m trying to weigh my options and...reactions2repliesAura
Noticing More Migraine Attacks This Fall? Here’s Why...I live in the Northeast, and the fall is our season to shine. The leaves change color creating a beautiful rainbow of autumn colors and the crisp air seems to...reactions10comments
Rhizotomy Procedure...Has anyone had a Rhizotomy procedure? I am considering this as my neurosurgeon thinks my headaches may be caused by Osteoporosis in my neck. I’d love to know whether this...reactions1replyTreatment
Hi! Newbie with a question ...Hi, Obviously a years-long sufferer of migraines. Tried almost everything except Botox as insurance won’t cover. Most medications either don’t work or I had to stop due to significant rise...reactions6repliesTreatment
What are your experiences with seasonal migraine?...Migraine attacks can change depending on the time of year. Seasonal triggers, stress, and allergies can all play a significant role. Which seasons are most triggering for you? What triggers...reactions41repliesTriggersCoping
Balancing Natural and Prescription Treatment...Managing migraine with natural methods is really appealing. It’s the opportunity to get relief without any potential side effects of medications – or the hassle of insurance coverage. That’s my...reactions5comments
Understanding Migraine Triggers: Common Causes and Management Strategies...Migraines affect millions worldwide, often triggered by various factors. Common triggers include stress, certain foods (like aged cheese and chocolate), hormonal changes, and environmental stimuli (like bright lights or strong...reactions1reply
What’s Your Secret: Migraine Horror Story...At its worst, migraine, a complex neurological condition, can escalate to a knee-buckling full-body experience that makes us wonder if we might break under its weight. While migraine attacks hit...reactions15comments
Increased migraines after Botox?...Hi all, I got a botox injection two months ago, which seems to have worsened my migraines significantly. Before, I was getting about 7 migraine attacks a month (15-16 headache...reactions16repliesBotoxChronic
A Hospital Ward Dedicated Solely to Migraine Patients...I recently shared that at the end of last year, I was diagnosed with bacterial meningitis. This is an infection in my cerebral spinal fluid, which goes to the brain...reactions2comments
Parenting with migraine...Being a parent comes with its own unique set of challenges. Having migraine as a parent, however, can elevate these challenges and bring on feelings of guilt and insecurity. What...reactions7repliesFriends & FamilyTips & AdviceCaregiving
Navigating the Transition: Reentering the Workforce with Chronic Migraine...Making the journey back into the workforce after a prolonged hiatus due to chronic migraine disease is a challenge. After navigating the intricate web of Social Security Disability for half...reactions10comments
Any movies portraying migraine?...Hi - my family are huge movie/TV watcher (I know, bad pastime). But at the end of the day, that is usually what we do. Last night we watched a...reactions4replies
different headache...I had a headache one morning. Assuming migraine I just did the normal routine of meds, dark room, etc. Well it lasted a week and my eyeball was red and...reactions3replies
One eye crosses inward. Anyone else have this?...I have developed a new symptom of my migraines in the last year. I have had migraines most of my life some with aura and some without. I suddenly had...reactions2repliesSymptoms
How do others grade and cope with a migraine when they feel one coming ...I’ve had issues with headaches for many years. It was only about 8 years ago I realised it’s not normal. When one is coming it’s like a storm on the...reactions6replies
What Is in Your Migraine Playlist? Here’s My Top 10...My life has always revolved around music. I went from listening to all types of music as a young child to playing an instrument and making my own. Music is...reactions13comments
We are going to get you out more so you don't get migraines!!!...You aren't any fun! Yep, that's what my Dr. daughter said to me last night after having dinner with her Dad. Thought it was nice they went out but wow...reactions2replies
A Persistent Need for Abortive Medication...I recently shared that I’ve been dealing with what feels like a semi-permanent, daily disaster of a chronic intractable migraine, one that began at the end of November and led...reactions2comments
