Migraines after 2 back surgeries? Pain Meds?...Hello, I am new to the group. I may have wished I had joined 2 years ago. Here is my story. In 2003, I ruptured a disc, T12-L1 after picking...reactions1reply
Bio-identical Progesterone and Estrogen cured my migraines...I'm 54 years old and started having migraines about 20 years ago. Initially, it was a rare occurrence. As soon as I turn 40, when most hormonal changes start, they...reactions2comments
Turning a corner? I may have found my cure?...I have suffered with migraines for about 15 years. More recently, they have become chronic (about 4 years now) and most recently have been almost daily (about 7 months now)...reactions3comments
A Closer Look at “The Salt Cure”...There is a tip making the rounds on Facebook that you can stop a migraine by drinking salt water. Some even suggest adding lemon juice. There is also someone promoting...reactions93comments
9 Things People With Chronic Migraine Want You to Know...There are at least 9 things those of us living with chronic migraine want you to know. Chronic migraine is not the same as chronic pain. Migraine is known for...reactions48comments
cymbalta...hello, i finally had a diagnosis and the neurologist prescribed me, amongst other things, the antidepressants cymbalta as a migraine prophylaxis. i have had experiences with quite low dosages of...reactions5replies
I feel so dumb, sleepy and distracted...I ha d a very good night of sleep, I stopped a migraine on thursday and now, I feel like I can't concentrate, I cant even pay attention to what...reactions1reply
Menopause and migraine...(from a french woman) I got migraine since I am a kid, didn't know it was migraine back then. It went, up and down during most of my life but became...reactions3comments
Exercise-Induced Migraines...Specifically, any kind of strength training in the last month has induced an aura and migraine. Warming up, hydrating, and keep my jaw relaxed don't seem to matter. Has thing...reactions1reply
Scholarships?...I am going to start college soon, and I really need some help. This summer, I may have to start working two jobs, which will probably be very hard, if...reactions2replies
Pizotifen...Hi all, as any of you taken this drug for your migraines? What side effects have you experienced? Tank you...reactions2repliesTreatment
I had a stroke 5 days ago--directly related to my migraines with auras...I have never been in a group like this before-- I am not sure how you do it- but I will just say what is going on with me now...reactions2repliesTreatment
Acute Anxiety Trigger...Hey all, Long story short...over the past 7 ish yrs I've had approx 2 bad migraines every year. I'm talking, extreme vision problems (aura), numbness throughout half of the body...reactions1reply
Does anybody else get a flowing nose before/during a Migraine?...Anywhere from 1 to 6 hours before a Migraine (and during the earliest stages of it) my left nostril flows like a faucet! Totally clear, just like tears. Occasionally, if...reactions2comments
Why It’s So Hard to Identify Food Triggers...If you’ve tried to track migraine triggers, you’ve probably gotten frustrated by how difficult it can be. Here are some of the reasons it’s tough to identify specific food triggers...reactions2comments
Living with a migraine...I'm 21 and have been suffering with migraines since I was 16. I'm a carer for my mum and younger brother. My migraines are without aura so I don't get...reactions3comments
Protriptyline??...Hi there, I am thinking of asking my neurologist about trying protriptyline. This is because ?I have been using amitriptyline successfully to treat chronic migraine for the past 6 months...reactions1replyTreatment
Bed and mattress...Hello, I'm thinking of buying a new mattress (It's time to replace it). Do you have tips for beds and/or mattresses? For me, sleeping while sitting feels better than lying...reactions3replies
Coping strategies for parent of child suffering from severe migraines?...Hello: My 11-year old daughter has been suffering from migraine headaches for at least a year now, and they are getting worse. She has probably missed a full month of...reactions7comments
Migraines changing in frequency and severity...I've had migraines since I can remember. I remember my mom picking me up from preschool, throwing up, with a migraine. My mom suffers from migraines and took amazing care...reactions1comment
