Old Man Migraine...When I was 15 I had a splenectomy for a dermoid cyst in my spleen. Within a week I developed severe - aura beginning - Migraine Headaches. Typical at first...reactionscomments
My migraine is gone! I'll tell you how...Hello, I am 29 years old and I suffered from migraine almost all my life. Now it seems (finger crossed!) that my migraine is gone. Before you start: no, I'm...reactionscomments
Different migraines, different treatments....So, I just broke a 10-day status migrainosus with a round of magnesium, reglan, benadryl, torodol, and IV fluids, and BOOM. Next day, migraine with aura. Thankfully, my migraines with...reactions3repliesTreatment
Hemiplegic Migraines...I was diagnosed with alternating hemiplegic migraine at the age of 12. I am now 35. It is a migraine which alternates from side to side. Right side being worse...reactions1comment
First real Migraine; A terrifying array of new experiences...I am a 30 year old with no known history of migraines. I say 'known' because I don't think I've ever had one, and I think if I had, I...reactionscomments
The pain the noise...Oh man I thought I was only one. Some of my worst attacks I have at work. No one understands. It gets so bad I just want all the lights...reactionscomments
I feel like I am fighting in a war!...My migraines started almost 15 years ago. I was 41 years old and had never experienced even a small headache, but one morning while getting ready for work my brain...reactions2comments
I forgot what it feels like to feel healthy...I'm not really interested so much in sharing my story. It's sad and long and is pretty much like everyone else's story. Drugs that worked for a while then didn't...reactionscomments
What helped this migraine sufferer and maybe it could help you!...So I have been suffering from migraines since I was a teen. Thanks mom for the part you played in my genetics that opened that door for me ;) So...reactions1comment
7 Ways to Get More Triptans Each Month...Now that you know why triptans are rationed and the rationale behind it, let’s get to what you really want to know—is there a way to increase how many triptans...reactions29comments
Chronic migraines!...Hello everyone, First of all I'll like to thank the moderators for taking the time to go on here and check up on us. Before finding this site and getting...reactions2repliesDiagnosis
Dexamethasone...Anyone taking this? What's your experience? Dr. Silberstein from Jefferson gave it to me to use if I have a migraine that won't go away after a few days. Just...reactions3repliesTreatment
Brainstem neurostimulators...I know this is the general forum, but I am posting this here because this forum seems to have the highest traffic. My son, the headache patient who cannot use...reactions1reply
A Yoga Routine for Migraineurs...I’ve been dealing with episodic migraine since high school. They increased in frequency and intensity after the birth of my second daughter. I’ve poured a lot of time and energy...reactions2comments
The show must go on......My backstory, I'm currently 23 years old; I'm a male who recently had my girlfriend of a year move in who unfortunately got to experience my second round of a...reactions1comment
Need Your Help...I am a chronic migraineur and have been for 9 years. My husband and I are moving to the Phoenix area and I would really appreciate names of good healthcare...reactions4comments
I remember when...........I remember when I was fun for other people. I remember when I could flick my hair around and dance without a thought. I remember when walking into a shopping...reactions2comments
When to Go to the Emergency Room for Migraine...Migraine affects an estimated 14 to 15 percent of the world's population. It is a leading reason why people decide to go to the emergency room. Keeping track of your...reactions17comments
Effexor - MAV prevention...Hi Recently having tried Verapamil (lowered BP too much) I am now trying Effexor which has been highly recommended as a first line treatment for Migraine with Vertigo. Im experiencing...reactions1replyTreatment
Chronic Migraines - 8th Day Straight...So, as someone with chronic migraines, I'm used to Status Migranosis, and it is a normal part of my life now. I've never had an episode last this long, though...reactions6repliesDiagnosis
