Migraine Fatigue: It’s Beyond Feeling Tired...These can be from both the migraine itself or even our self-care measures like the abortive medications we use to help ease an attack.... By Tom Picerno3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments20 comments
5 Things I Would Tell My Younger Self About My Cluster Headaches...Another thing I would say to younger Ashley is that your primary care physician at the University doesn’t care as much as you think she does.... By Ashley Hattle3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments11 comments
Serene Branson an accidental advocate for migraineurs?...A clip of reporter Serene Branson speaking after the Grammys has gone viral. While addressing the TV viewing audience, Ms.... By The Migraine Girl1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Would You Skype With a Headache Specialist?...The first study looked at the quality of care.... By Kerrie Smyres2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
When to See a Doctor for Your Migraine? Or the ER?...We should consult our doctor if:We should see our doctor or seek emergency care immediately if: WHERE?... By teri-robert5 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments8 comments
That Time When a Migraine Cost Me $80 In Gas...How many of you out there have ever rented a car?... By The Migraine Girl3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Kim Evey On Stand-Up Comedy, Mom'ing, And Migraines...It can alter versions of self-care and change how you care for your family, but Evey is making it all happen - even if some days she has... By Tonilyn Hornung3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Migraine Comorbidities: Arnold-Chiari Malformations...Tethered cord surgery is available for those with Chiari II.... By ellen6 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Unexpected Gifts of a Regimented Migraine Life...Indeed, some migraine flare-ups might be the body’s way of telling us it needs more care and focus.... By Holly Harding3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments38 comments
What "Feeling Better" Means to Me...Taking care of my needs does not make me selfish.... By Jaime Sanders4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments12 comments
Invisible Illness, Invisible Person...When someone ignores my reality, brushes off my experience or tries to “fix” my migraines, it tells me that they don’t care about me, they only care about... By Kerrie Smyres2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments6 comments
Giving Thanks...from how they help us during migraine attacks: In addition to people, we are thankful for our pets: Having the energy for migraine-related self-care... By Kerrie Smyres5 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Preparing to Advocate for Yourself During a Migraine...As I transitioned from pediatric care under my parents' support to adult care on my own, I realized that the amount of time, energy, brainpower, and willpower... By Amanda Osowski3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
How Life’s Path Helps Me Advocate...Helping with this special need’s camp came second nature to me.... By Tonya Henry3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Migraines: How Family Can Help...There's not much your primary care doctor or neurologist can do in the middle of an active migraine.... By Alene L. Brennan, RYT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Bacterial Meningitis and the Skull-Crushing Migraine That Ensued...However, she is not a neurologist specifically, she's a general practitioner who specializes in migraine care.... By Amanda Osowski3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Thank a Nurse...They often have a thankless job even though we entrust them to aide in our care.... By Katie M. Golden4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments9 comments
How a Doctor I Saw a Decade Ago Is Still Helping Me Today...About a decade ago, I saved up some cash and took a big leap of faith: I decided to see a complementary care doctor in the hopes of improving... By The Migraine Girl3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments20 comments
Update on FDA Proposal to Move Certain Migraine Meds to OTC...Physicians and the AMA said this proposal would shift costs, rather than increase access, and undermine primary care.... By diana-lee3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments7 comments
13 Things People With Migraine DO Want to Hear...There are plenty of ways to show you care. Here are 13 suggestions to get you started. “I believe you.”... By Kerrie Smyres6 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments7 comments