30+ Years of Migraine...Hello. I wanna start by saying that this invisible disability is not one I wish upon anyone. And if you are reading this for the first time and have never...reactions5comments
Winning a Disability Appeal...Holly was recently kicked off her private disability plan. After a year, she won back coverage. In this series, she walks us through the various steps she took and what...reactions6comments
What Has Worked For Me...I have the best migraine specialist/ neurologist. She started me on occipital nerve blocks every 6 weeks and Botox every 12 weeks. Along with Candesartan 12mg daily. I made the...reactions1reply
Chronic Migraines...I have suffered with Chronic Migraines for well over 50 years. My Migraines have numerous triggers such as perfume, foods such as tomatoes, spices, barometric pressure changes, alcohol, missing a...reactions3replies
Migraine from a SAH...Hi All, I suffered a brain bleed ten years ago, (SAH), and after my initial recovery, terrible headaches settled in. After another angiogram to rule out something related to the...reactions1reply
Headache Disease and Insomnia...Have you ever wondered which came first: headache disease, or insomnia? I have had both for as long as I can remember. Migraine disease started in childhood for me, as...reactionscomments
How Do You Start Your Migraine Treatment Journey?...Anyone who lives with migraine disease will tell you the journey from diagnosis to effective treatment is a marathon. “How did you start getting your migraine treated?" is a common...reactionscomments
Chronic migraines ...I've been having them for very long time and I'm never going to get any kind of medications cuz they don't work at all...reactions3repliesChronic
Working while on SSDI...Does anyone on disability work part time? I am on SSDI, but would love to try to work (very) part time. What are your experiences especially when navigating being on...reactions7replies
Vestibular migraine new CGRP-second generation ...This supplement became available in February but I can't get it. Does anyone know how to get it?...reactions10repliesCGRPTips & Advice
Changing Migraine Attacks: How Do I Manage My Care?...I've been dealing with migraine for as long as I can remember. In fact, I have some vivid memories of childhood being curled up in the fetal position, laying on...reactions5comments
Do you track your migraines? If so, feel free to share your experiences here!...Migraine tracking is a valuable tool that we can all use to communicate with our medial team. Details like what symptoms we have, how long the symptoms last, and potential...reactions11repliesTriggersSymptomsTips & Advice
Migraine Basics: Favorite Activities & Interests...We want to get to know you! Our Migraine Basics forum series features different questions for our community to learn more about each other's lives and journeys with migraine. [Reminder:...reactions26repliesCoping
Three things that help me with migraines...I have posted about these before in other various discussions but I thought I would sum them up in one post: 1. Dragon's Blood 2. Kaopectate 3. CBD oil The...reactions1replyTips & Advice
Sitting in the Dark: Facing Suicidal Thoughts...Content Note: This article contains themes of depression and suicidal ideation. If you or a loved one are struggling, consider reading our mental health resources page or reach out to...reactionscomments
Zyprexa and Thorazine ...I am at the point in managing intractable agony where pretty much every option has been exhausted and drastic measures have to be taken. I am a psychotherapist by profession...reactions3repliesSymptomsTreatmentSide Effects
Hope, Fear, and Trying ANOTHER Migraine Medication...Recently my headache specialist started me on yet another preventive migraine medication. Not surprisingly, my emotions have been all over the place! Anyone who lives with migraine, and especially chronic...reactions12comments
My Nightmare...I was in a head crash then T-boned. After dreaming it, saying it, then driving, it happened. I figured I would have the day off, car be wrecked, bummer. We...reactions2comments
Corrections Officer Injured...Content Note: This article contains themes of depression, addiction, and suicidal ideation. If you or a loved one are struggling, consider reading our mental health resources page. I will begin...reactions3comments
My Life of Migraine Pain......Well, I have suffered since I was 14 or 15 years old from migraines. I am 50 now. My life is close to ruined. I lost my career, relationships, my...reactions7comments
