Five Things About Migraine I Don’t Understand...Migraine is a weird, often confusing disease. Even though I've lived with it since childhood and been an advocate here on Migraine.com...reactions25comments
Withdrawing from the World...Missed phone calls, ignored voicemails, and unopened emails plague me when I’m in a bad migraine spell. The messages pile up for...reactions16comments
9 Things People With Chronic Migraine Want You to Know...There are at least 9 things those of us living with chronic migraine want you to know. Chronic migraine is not the...reactions53comments
My Chronic Migraine and Comorbidities...There have been many comorbid conditions tied to chronic migraine over the years. Most individuals I have encountered through work with various...reactions31comments
I Had No Idea THAT Was a Migraine Symptom!...This is just a partial list of the migraine symptoms that invariably prompt Migraine.com’s Facebook fans to say, "Wait, what? You mean...reactions156comments
5 Ways to Describe Migraines to a Person Who Doesn't Have Them...For those who have experienced migraine pain, I can say, “I have chronic migraines,” and there’s no further explanation needed. An instant...reactions51comments
Missing Out Because of Migraine...I have missed out on countless holidays, events, and other fun activities with loved ones due to migraine. After being miserable spending...reactions10comments
Is This Migraine or Stroke? When New and Unusual Symptoms Require Immediate Evaluation...I’ve navigated chronic migraine for the majority of my life. In the process, I’ve become clear on my specific set of migraine...reactions10comments
When Big Emotions Are Triggers...For many of us who live with migraine, crying is a trigger. So is being overly excited or anxious. Even experiencing extreme...reactions32comments
Under Attack: Mental Health and Migraine Stigma..."Are you stressed?" How many times has a well-meaning friend or physician said this? I wish there was a magic wand to...reactions3comments
Write About Your Migraine Experience: Prompt 2...Migraine disease can be very isolating, and sometimes it's hard to describe your experience. Well, creative writing can help! In this series...reactions10comments
Ringing in the New Year Without Alcohol...Many of us are getting ready to ring in the New Year. We celebrate as we raise a glass with our family...reactionscomments
Breaking Up With Red Wine...Red wine is a common migraine trigger for many individuals, with or without being chronic. Originally, it was not one for me...reactions4comments
Is Alcohol Consumption a Trigger for Migraine?...When I was younger, I had a more robust social life. Part of that included going out with friends and consuming some...reactions27comments
Migraine and Nausea: My Dynamic Duo...“Pull over, pull over,” I yelled. Following my panicked instructions, my husband pulled over on the highway and I vomited on the...reactions31comments
My Life With The Ups And Downs A Migraine Brings...Hi, my name is Sabine. I am writing from Germany. I am 51 and was diagnosed 40 years ago. I had to...reactions14comments
How I "Do" Mindfulness During Migraine Pain...When I first heard of mindfulness, I thought it was some woo-woo made-up wishful thinking activity. Or worse, woo-woo made up wishful...reactions2comments
Managing Physical and Emotional Burnout from Migraine...Let’s all think about our migraine journey. Are you someone who has been dealing with migraines for years? Are you feeling that...reactionscomments
How to Discuss Trying a New Therapy With Your Provider...Back in my early twenties, I would get frequent headaches, which led to several ER trips. I dreaded the long wait time...reactions1comment
Making Diet and Lifestyle Changes Without the Overwhelm...Diet and lifestyle changes can be a great compliment to the medical treatment that you’re receiving from your doctor in managing migraines...reactionscomments