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...I didn’t need a barrage of tests or a major medical procedure. I didn’t need someone giving me a science lesson....

...That’s why sunglasses are not just a fashionable accessory for us migraineurs, they’re a medical necessity, in my opinion....

...I’m going to ask for some medical advice if it doesn’t resolve, but since COVID is new and post-COVID symptoms are newer, it’s hard to get time-tested...

...Nevertheless, before migraines are accepted as the official diagnosis you must first seek medical advice to rule out other potentially devastating illnesses...

...These results remained strong even after the researchers considered the participants’ mental health, social network size, and number of chronic medical...

...John and I took the written prescription to a medical supply office the next day, and learned some of the vocabulary involved, most notably that the mask...

...The medical staff were able to identify what was happening to me. They did run some tests to make sure it was aphasia and not a stroke....

...Sitting in the office, I watched both doctors discuss my medical chart....

...Freitag is a headache specialist and an associate professor at the Medical College of Wisconsin and he believes that the tyramine and tannins in the red...

...’t a mindset I’m proud of, and even now I find that I don’t always remember to write migraine down when I have to fill out forms including lines for...

...One thing I can definitely recommend (as a patient, not a medical provider) is seeking out a therapist, even if you don't struggle consistently....

...Finally, too many pain-filled days checked off too many boxes on my calendar, so I started seeking medical help....

...The majority have worked in social services, so they’re familiar with Medicaid, social security, and disability applications....

...They will evaluate your medical history and likely ask you to keep a headache diary as part of the evaluation....

...I didn’t try to fill it with feel-good tips, nor did I dispense medical advice I have no right or credentials to share....

...Surely I didn’t think this was normal, but for some reason, I didn’t think to talk to friends about it or seek medical help until later....

...After reading through a few medical research papers and clinical papers, my suspicions were confirmed....

...I will start with a hot shower after I take my medicine. I put on clothing that I know will be comfortable for me....

...My teenage and preteen years were riddled with ignorance in search of fun, because being responsible and dealing with my medical issues was kind of a drag...

...Yet headache specialists within the military medical system are scarce and getting migraine treatment can be tough for veterans and active military members...