Migraine Anxieties: Financial Stress...In this series, we discuss causes of anxiety for those facing a physical illness like migraine and its side effects. Phrases in quotes are the words of our community members...reactions4comments
MigreLief?...Hi All, I've been living with migraines for about 20yrs. I'm now on a preventative - topamax and take Max-Alt when I do get a migraine. I just ran across...reactions3replies
Aura, facial numbness and Parasthesia (tingling legs)... anyone else?...Hello, A neurologist just diagnosed me with migraines, but I have not had headaches, or what I think would be a migraine (I admittedly do not know anything about the...reactions1reply
Topamax and side effects...Small back story, I had seizures since I was 11 (am now 31) finally came across a neurologist that found a lesion on a scan and recommended it for removal...reactions5repliesTreatment
Who do you turn to for support?...When you need it most, who do you turn to for support? Family, friend(s), online, therapist, local support groups, etc.?...reactions3replies
Very Nervous to Take Beta Blockers As a Preventative...Hi all, l was diagnosed with chronic migraine last year after experiencing aura/optic migraines for over 10 years and initially not knowing what they were. l've been referred to a...reactions4repliesTreatment
Aimovig and Topamax...Is anyone else having severe side effects from the combination of Aimovig and Topamax? I’m trying to decide whether my side effects are only repeated to Aimovig or if they...reactions6replies
How do migraines know about upcoming changes in the weather so far in advance?...I think I know how a prodrome can start a day or two before rain or wind or weather fronts arrive. Early changes in barometric pressure could trigger it. But...reactions3replies
Evaluating Your Migraine Doctor/Patient Relationship – Looking for the Right Fit...It never hurts to evaluate your patient/doctor relationship to ensure that it’s working for you. After all, if the relationship becomes dysfunctional, we may feel unheard, powerless, judged, devalued, and voiceless...reactions14comments
Migraine Heroes...As someone who has suffered for 7 years with vestibular migraines, the past 2 of which I have been stuck in a constant migraine, I feel isolated by the migraine...reactions10comments
My Migrane...I started suffering with migraines in 2004 I started out taking Excedrin for Migraines until my migraines became Chronic Migraines I have been taking the same medication since then which...reactions2comments
What is the one recurring thought that constantly creeps in during a bad migraine attack?...reactions4replies
Anyone tried Feverfew?...HI. My friend has recently tried Feverfew for a rare type of migraine with some success. I have migraines with headaches, fatigue, muscle aching and some nausea. Has anyone had...reactions6replies
BOLO for Ingredient Changes in Items You've Purchase for Ages!...Be-on-the-Lookout for Items that you've been purchasing at the market for some years, having already paid attention to the ingredient list and were happy with it/them. My husband and I...reactions2replies
How I Stopped Having Migraines...Until two years ago, I had debilitating migraines once or twice a month, during which I would be out of commission for 48-72 hours at a stretch. I was maxing...reactions9comments
Does anyone have rare myoclonic jerks/twitches or involuntary tics with migraine?...These aren't seizures, I just sometimes get the odd few myoclonic jerks snd involuntary sniffs/intakes of breath several times a day during migraines. Anyone else?...reactions3replies
Is Ajovy covered by Medicare?...Are any of the CGRP medications covered by Medicare or supplemental insurance? I have been getting sample Ajovy shots from my doctor at no cost, but I don't know how...reactions2replies
B12 Deficiency Caused Severe Migraine...After I fainted I was admitted to the hospital and the tests showed severe chronic deficiency of B12. Problem is it caused severe migraine with all symptoms of head throbbing...reactions11comments
Too Sensitive? Yes, proudly!...Constantly managing my exposure to "ordinary life" and experiencing regular breakdowns leaves me feeling small and helpless at times. I have compared myself to a toddler many times. Less kind...reactions4comments
Weight gain on CGRP Receptors...I've been on Emgality for 5 months and have gained 14 pounds. Prior to that I had (healthily) lost 20lbs. I have had no other med changes, diet changes, activity...reactions244replies
