Surviving the Bar Scene as a Migraineur...First, let’s call it what it is – bars can be loud, crowded, hot, and smelly.... By Alene L. Brennan, RYT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments9 comments
Turning Embarrassment Into Strength...Thinking about the past few months, though, I’ve found myself reflecting on the fact that part of why my voice has felt small is not only the adversity... By Kyky Knight5 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
“Migraine Personality”myth once again rears its ugly head...The small publication is called USA Weekend: HealthSmart, and I have every reason to believe it accompanied not only the Florida Today newspaper but also... By The Migraine Girl1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments12 comments
Bacterial Meningitis and the Skull-Crushing Migraine That Ensued...First, I had a quick CT scan of the brain which showed a small spot, which could’ve been a number of things.... By Amanda Osowski3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
The Pleasure and Pain of Salon Hair Washes...It’s like going to therapy, I swear: the salon is very small, and everyone there (stylists and customers alike) is fun to talk to.... By The Migraine Girl3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments12 comments
My friend's first (and last?) migraine...Now I know that she can see, at least in some small way, what it’s like for me to deal with this disease on a recurring basis.... By The Migraine Girl1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Isn't Retirement Supposed to be Wonderful?...So I spend a lot of time feeling like I'm walking on egg shells.... By yaya2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments7 comments
Is AFib Genetic?...These genetic changes may affect the structure and function of the heart muscle, the flow of sodium and potassium through the cells of the heart, or play... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
What is Sensory Aura?...Brain cells (neurons) work by spreading a chemical and electrical wave from one cell to the next.... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for later
Is Advocacy Really What You Think?...In fact, the most influential advocates are simply patients doing small acts.... By Anna Williams4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Migraine in America 2015...typically experienced by a majority of respondents included head pain, sensitivity to light and sound, as well as difficulty concentrating and sensitivity to smell... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Make Your Doctor's Visits Easier with a Medical Information Card...I decided to use my Photoshop skills to create a medical information card.... By Ashley Hattle2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
Treatment Experiences: Tiger Balm...My tiger balm jar is small—it can fit in my pocket (though somewhat uncomfortably), but usually it lives in my bedside drawer alongside my rarely-used... By The Migraine Girl1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments18 comments
Migraine: The Gift That Keeps On Giving!...Once we have grieved the losses, been realistic about the challenges, learned to treasure the small things, and have started seeing the blessings, then... By Shoshana Lipson4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
Food, glorious food!...wrap my head around paying as much as I do for groceries, but if a lack of food helps fuel this pain, then I need to get my priorities straight... By The Migraine Girl1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments15 comments
The Pain of a Migraine...Movement as small as rolling from my side to my back made the already excruciating pain feel like it might literally (and I do mean literally) kill me.... By Kerrie Smyres1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments17 comments
Lasting Effects Months After Scintillating Scotoma?...I used to get migraines all the time as a kid/teenager and I've always had headaches and sensitivity to light/sound/smell etc....Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesSymptoms
Woman in Idaho Starts Worldwide Migraine Fundraiser Event to be Held in April...Living in a small town in Idaho, she felt like she was the only one going through this. “I kind of just played that I was OK for quite... By Lisa Robin Benson4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Supporting migraine research...No hot wings, no pie in the face, no buckets of ice water...just a small investment of your time and a little cash.... By tammy-lrome2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
The Migraine Dirty Dozen: 12 Things Not to Say to a Chronic Migraineur...Ask if you can help the migraineur by turning off lights, down audio, or ventilating a smelly room to help with comfort issues.... By ellen8 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments375 comments