A Persistent Need for Abortive Medication...It left large lumps that took days to dissipate, and although there was a small amount of pain relief, it wasn’t significant and it didn’t last.... By Amanda Osowski3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Three Types Self-Care: Preventive, Acute, and Rescue...I also simplify meals but still try to keep them nutritious.... By Kerrie Smyres4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments12 comments
Is MSG a Migraine Trigger?...They found that at the very small doses humans consume, MSG is considered safe.... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments25 comments
“Migraine Brain” Part II – working memory deficits...This can be accomplished by identifying your Executive Skills challenge areas and then developing strategies to improve these skills or compensate for... By tammy-lrome3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments8 comments
When a Migraine Threatened to Ruin My Wedding Day...Eat well balanced meals. Eating well-balanced meals throughout the day can help prevent migraines from developing.... By Alene L. Brennan, RYT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments15 comments
Update on Interventional Therapies For Migraine...A small study published in the journal Headache in 2009 found migraine improvement for about half of those getting sphenopalatine ganglion stimulation... By Dr Marcus2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Worst day in awhile…...myself eat some breakfast, and I had a cup of tea (two teabags: one traditional black tea bag, one herbal peppermint tea bag) in the hopes that the smell... By The Migraine Girl2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Being Chronically Ill Affects My Mental Health...They can give you different coping skills to use. The coping skills can help you when the pain is overbearing.... By Tonya Henry2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments9 comments
Treatment Options for Episodic vs. Chronic Migraine...These medicines consist of monoclonal antibodies or small molecules that inhibit CGRP.... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for later
Having a Pet with Migraine...No matter how big or small, dogs can shed. Young dogs as well as very old dogs may have accidents.... By Amanda Workman4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments8 comments
Did I Cause This? Parenting Children with Migraine...His hands clutched his small head in a pose I am all too familiar with. His cries hurt my heart.... By Sarah Hackley2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments10 comments
Tiny Auras Behind Every Corner...Lately, my auras have been small. They’re definitely auras, for sure.... By Sawyer Matheny2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
Finding Empathy At The Infusion Center...On days we don’t, we exchange hellos and smiles and let each other rest.... By Kelly J.2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
My Migraines: A Pain in the Neck...And as I have developed vestibular migraine, I have in turn noted that my neck issues might be a primary culprit in my dizzy spells.... By Laura Kiesel2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments49 comments
When that Little Voice in Your Head Is Mean...Society sometimes tells us that migraine is just a headache.... By Holly Harding3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments23 comments
Tips for Staying Sane on an Elimination Diet...The meals on this diet are so simple that individual foods often stand out.... By Kerrie Smyres4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
It’s the Little Things...When people take even one small step toward preventing one of my migraine attacks, it makes me so very grateful.... By The Migraine Girl1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
I've got to stop these meal-skippin' ways...What do you guys do to keep up with regular meals?... By The Migraine Girl1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments10 comments
On-the-Go Blender...Breakfast can be one of the most challenging meals to avoid common triggers like gluten, dairy, and eggs, but a smoothie is an easy swap!... By Alene L. Brennan, RYT1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments