CGRP and chronic migraine with gastric stasis...Does anyone know if the CGRP drugs also relieve the nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea associated with gastroparesis related to chronic migraine? Basically, I’m wondering if I respond well to the...Reactions0reactionsComments5 repliesCGRP
Optical Migraine Almost Killed Me...I’ve suffered from migraines since I was 12 years old. I’m 37 now. When I was 26 years old, I was working on a drawing during an art school class...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
When that Little Voice in Your Head Is Mean...You know that little voice in your head that narrates life from time to time? Unfortunately, that voice can be quite negative when it comes to navigating chronic pain. We...Reactions0reactionsComments23 comments
In pain and frustrating doctor visit today...I've had a spate of migraines recently. Two days ago, when I woke up in the morning, the left side of my neck and shoulder were very painful. I've had...Reactions0reactionsComments3 replies
Ashwagandha?...I was referred by a friend about taking Ashwagandha for my chronic migraine. I am wondering if anyone else has been told about this or tried it and if they...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesTreatment
Has anyone tried the Cefaly device for migraine treatment?...I'm considering purchasing one, and would love to hear of people's experiences....Reactions0reactionsComments5 replies
Anyone have luck treating New Daily Persistent Headache with break through migraines?...Has anyone here had any luck with treating New Daily Persistent Headache with break through migraines? Have a Neurostimulator with leads in forehead then pain moved to back of the...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
Long time migraine, survivor I guess....Hey, I’m new to this so if I do something wrong let me know. I have had migraines since I was a child. I’m 37 years old now. I’ll make...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
Wide Awake in the Middle of the Night...I’m well acquainted with odd times of night. When fatigue hits me hard during the day and I can’t resist a nap, I often wake up feeling a little better...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Aimovig (erenumab-aooe)...Aimovig™ (erenumab-aooe) is a prescription drug used for the preventative treatment of migraine. Aimovig is a type of drug known as a calcitonin-gene-related peptide (CGRP) blocker. Aimovig comes in 2 different...
When do you stop spending money ?...I had a really long and thorough question written and it got lost so here is the short version . When do you stop paying out of pocket for chronic...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
Anyone taking Trokendi XR - wondering what is best time to take?...Currently on 50mg. I take another medication that makes me drowsy during the day. Was taking both in the morning in case of the rare occasion I may have a...Reactions0reactionsComments4 replies
How often do you take OTC medication?...I'm totally confused about migraines. I only had mine diagnosed when I had 4 auras over 5 days which led to an MRI and neurologist appointment. She's got me keeping...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesTreatment
Constant Pain/Pressure Behind Both Eyes (Seeking Help)...Bio: Hello, I'm Jim. I'm 28 and I live near Tampa, Florida. I'm seeking help with regards to eye pain. I've had constant pain behind both eyes for as long...Reactions0reactionsComments16 comments
What to Expect When You’re Expecting with Migraine?...There isn’t a lot of information available about migraine and pregnancy. What information there is tends to boil down to individual differences. Most doctors say that during pregnancy women with...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
SE Michigan group...I have started a meetup group that I can share or also organize from here for anyone interested in SE Michigan. Post here if you interested. Though everyone here is...Reactions0reactionsComments4 replies
Let's Talk about Mental Health...Mental health and physical health are often linked, with one impacting the other. Mental health, in particular, can be difficult to talk about with others, leaving people isolated and without...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Being admitted tomorrow....I made it to Jefferson headache center today and the doctor immediately wanted to admit me today. Unfortunately, they didn’t have a bed so I am going back tomorrow morning...Reactions0reactionsComments15 replies
Worries About CGRP Drugs...May 17, 2018. That’s the FDA’s deadline to give its verdict on Aimovig (erenumab), the first of the CGRP monoclonal antibodies for migraine prevention. This is a big day for...Reactions0reactionsComments12 comments
Let's Talk About Vitamins...In April I had the pleasure of visiting my new neurologist. Oh boy I thought, I can’t wait. Not. Well color me surprised, he was helpful and ‘good’. We recently...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
