Coping Mechanisms...With all of the medications and treatments currently available for migraine, there are probably more combinations than I can count that a doctor may use to help their patients find...reactions8comments
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...reactions5repliesCGRP
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...reactionscomments
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...reactions23comments
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...reactions3replies
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...reactions3repliesTreatment
Has anyone tried the Cefaly device for migraine treatment?...I'm considering purchasing one, and would love to hear of people's experiences....reactions5replies
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...reactions1reply
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...reactions1reply
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...reactionscomments
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...reactions1reply
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...reactions4replies
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...reactions1replyTreatment
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...reactions16comments
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...reactionscomments
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...reactions4replies
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...reactionscomments
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...reactions15replies
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...reactions12comments
