Diagnosis: Stuck in a Migraine...Has anyone been diagnosed as being stuck in a migraine? I have, "stuck" being having pain 24/7 and varying in degrees. The major triggers are being vertical and the weather...Reactions0reactionsComments40 replies
I’m getting ready for surgery, how to I prevent bounce back migraines when using pain pills?...I currently control my migraines with Botox every three months and use of a triptan about 5xs a month. I am having surgery again in about 4wks, bounce back headaches...Reactions0reactionsComments3 replies
Will acupuncture work for head ache?...Hi friends, I am new here. Last day, I met a lady who is specialized in acupuncture treatment. I met her at a wedding event. During the event, I was...Reactions0reactionsComments3 replies
Having a Cold or other type of infection relives migraine symptoms...Hi All, Just wanted to share my odd way of getting relief from near constant migraines I've suffered with for the last four years.And want to find out if any...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
Botox Injections...Hi, I currently get Botox for migraines every three months. Since my pain is primarily on the right side, should more of the shots be on the right side? Can/should...Reactions0reactionsComments8 replies
I have a question about premedicating...I am new to the site and have been reading a lot about prodrome. Many of you premedicate when you feel the symptoms. I always hesitate to do this because...Reactions0reactionsComments2 replies
What does everyone take for migraines?...I’m new to the forum and have been having mild migraines everyday for over a month now. My doctor has suggested I try an antidepressant medication. I have seen people...Reactions0reactionsComments5 replies
Workplace Woes and 'The Talk'...I feel as though I am always walking a fine line of employed and not-so-employed when it comes to balancing my work life and my migraines. Along with other illnesses such...Reactions0reactionsComments23 comments
Motor tics and Migraines, is there a connection?...Hello, I have suffered from migraines for 20+ years. My daughter, age 15, has recently been diagnosed as well. Her headaches seem chronic, happening almost daily, with some associated vertigo...Reactions0reactionsComments9 repliesDiagnosis
Kids don’t get headaches...I have had “headaches” ever since I was in third grade. Everyone said I was just a baby and wanting attention and that I was to young to get headaches...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
My friend's cure...I've never had a migraine but a friend of mine - male around 55 - told me recently that he used to get them a lot as a child. He...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
how to know about migraines?...I am having pain on the left front side of my head, is this migraine pain. if it is then what precaution I should take. is this serious for health...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesDiagnosis
Long and winding road...Hey there. I was checking out migraine resources as I am a reluctant member of the club and thought it would do me some good to share my story. I'm...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Migraine felt like poison in my brain...Hello I am Drew and was diagnosed with Migraine headaches after years of reoccurring headaches that made me vomit over and over again. I finally went to a neurologist and...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Are bipolar depression, insomnia and chronic migraine directly connected?...I have been dx with bipolar depression, insomnia and chronic migraines. Are the 3 directly connected? I'm on Bupropion, Lamotrigine, Duloxetine, propanolol and mirtazepine. I feel like a geriatric pt...Reactions0reactionsComments10 replies
Sudden Change in Migraines...I have had migraines all my life, I inherited this terrible disease. I have always had my migraines on one side of my head or the other, recently I hare...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
Migraines triggered by visual disturbance with motion...Getting migraines from motion during exercise and riding in car for long periods of time....Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
Headaches come a few hours after exercising, anyone else experience this?...I have been getting migraines almost every time I do any type of cardio exercise, walking, treadmill, rowing, etc. 8 also get them riding in the car for long periods...Reactions0reactionsComments3 replies
Migraines and Motion Sickness trigger...Anytime I do any type of cardio exercise, walking, treadmill, rowing and long car rides, etc I feel a migraine starting in late evening and/or I will wake with one...Reactions0reactionsComments2 replies
Prodrome Symptoms...Hello, everyone. I've not experienced many migraines in my life but when they come, it's a scary experience (full disclosure, I have a lot of struggles with anxiety). I had...Reactions0reactionsComments5 repliesSymptoms
