Migraine Basics: Favorite Activities & Interests...We want to get to know you! Our Migraine Basics forum series features different questions for our community to learn more about each other's lives and journeys with migraine. [Reminder:...Reactions0reactionsComments26 repliesCoping
Three things that help me with migraines...I have posted about these before in other various discussions but I thought I would sum them up in one post: 1. Dragon's Blood 2. Kaopectate 3. CBD oil The...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesTips & Advice
Sitting in the Dark: Facing Suicidal Thoughts...Content Note: This article contains themes of depression and suicidal ideation. If you or a loved one are struggling, consider reading our mental health resources page or reach out to...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Zyprexa and Thorazine ...I am at the point in managing intractable agony where pretty much every option has been exhausted and drastic measures have to be taken. I am a psychotherapist by profession...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesSymptomsTreatmentSide Effects
Hope, Fear, and Trying ANOTHER Migraine Medication...Recently my headache specialist started me on yet another preventive migraine medication. Not surprisingly, my emotions have been all over the place! Anyone who lives with migraine, and especially chronic...Reactions0reactionsComments12 comments
My Nightmare...I was in a head crash then T-boned. After dreaming it, saying it, then driving, it happened. I figured I would have the day off, car be wrecked, bummer. We...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Corrections Officer Injured...Content Note: This article contains themes of depression, addiction, and suicidal ideation. If you or a loved one are struggling, consider reading our mental health resources page. I will begin...Reactions0reactionsComments3 comments
My Life of Migraine Pain......Well, I have suffered since I was 14 or 15 years old from migraines. I am 50 now. My life is close to ruined. I lost my career, relationships, my...Reactions0reactionsComments7 comments
Appealing A Disability Rejection...Holly was recently kicked off her private disability plan. After a year, she won back coverage. In this series, she walks us through the various steps she took and what...Reactions0reactionsComments25 comments
Do any of the pressure relief products work?...Morning for those of you in the UK. Just joined as my migraines are getting worse with menopause. Taking HRT and working on my health. I swim a lot. Has...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
Unilateral headaches...Hi. I'm getting very frustrated at a daily unilateral (left) side headache. It is rarely debilitating and seems to get worse at night. MRI of head and neck are normal...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesCopingTreatmentTips & Advice
Migraine Basics: Diagnosis Stories...We want to get to know you! Our Migraine Basics forum series features different questions for our community to learn more about each other's lives and journeys with migraine. [Reminder:...Reactions0reactionsComments17 repliesDiagnosisCoping
Change in shape of aura...So I recently had a migraine that, as usual, was preceded by an aura in my eye that always is there when I get migraines. Except this one was differently...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesAuraTips & AdviceTriggers
Support Group...Is there an online Support Group for migraines over Zoom or phone? The chronic pain support groups are great but I also feel like I would like to talk with...Reactions0reactionsComments3 replies
Migraine Myths Debunked...We say it all the time, migraine is more than “just a headache.” In fact, there are nearly 39 million of us in the United States only saying this. Yet...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Topamax side effects...Hi all, I started on Topamax about 3 or 4 weeks ago for chronic migraines, after trying almost every other preventative medication. So far it is not working. I've had...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesSide Effects
Non clamping noise cancelling headphones...Does anyone have any recommendations for some super comfortable noise cancelling headphones? I get migraines from any pressure on my head, and am autistic with sensory processing issues. I recently...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesCluster HeadacheTips & Advice
Managing the Quilpta side effects...I have chronic migraines and I started Quilpta 30mg recently this week, its too early to say if it's working already for the migraines. The main side effect for me...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesCGRPSide EffectsTips & Advice
Hyperactive talkers...Does anyone else get a migraine from trying to follow the conversation (usually one sided, hey? ) of an ADHD type? I don't know if it is the sheer volume...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesCoping
FeaturedActive todayMigraine Basics: Introduce Yourself!...We want to get to know you! Our Migraine Basics forum series features different questions for our community to learn more about each other's lives and journeys with migraine. [Reminder:...Reactions0reactionsComments243 repliesCopingFriends & Family
