Salt?...I just ran into this: http://www.naturalcuresnotmedicine.com/how-to-fight-migraines-without-drugs/ which recommends adding a large quantity of table salt to lemonade or lime juice. It sounds too simple, but I've certainly tried things that...reactions3repliesTreatment
Have we mistaken those self treating with alcohol with alcoholics?...A thought occurred to me the other day that if I'm going to feel like I'm living a neverending hangover why shouldn't I just give up and anesthetize myself with...reactions5repliesTreatment
Bargaining to Get Rid of Migraine...“What would you give up to never have another migraine?” This question pops up online a lot, from social media to forums to drug ads. People usually respond to it...reactions3comments
National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day Sept 27, 2014...Saturday, September 27, 2014 is National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day from 10am to 2pm. This is a nation-wide event that encourages patients to clear out their medicine cabinets of unused...reactions2comments
Cambia...Hello fellow migrainers: I can't tell you how much this website has helped me better understand my diagnosis. As well as helping me, emotionally especially on a bad day. THANK...reactions2repliesTreatment
er prescription...I am 44 and have been struggling with migraines since I was 14. I have just found a pain management doctor who is open to the idea of an ER...reactions1reply
Migraines coming and going....First timer. Been doing some web research on this and seems more folks are asking about long-lasting migraines. I am looking to see if others have anything like mine. My...reactions1reply
So Tired...I'm really tired right now. I know it's just being run down and will get better, but it's always hard to explain to family and friends that I just want...reactions15comments
Are the doctors taking me seriously?...My current struggle is communicating the seriousness of my condition to my neurologist. I've stated that I have daily headaches. DAILY. Then, there are the bad migraines about twice a...reactions4replies
Special education services for children with migraine...Migraines can seriously impact a child’s social and emotional development. They can also present a significant barrier to educational success. If your child has migraines, you know how difficult it...reactions8comments
App to track triggers or keep a food diary...My meds doc has suggested I keep a food diary to get some idea of where my triggers might be, aside from the ones I know (aspartame for certain). I...reactions5replies
Osteopath...Hi Guys I'm new to the forum, so Hi all. I'm a 48 year old woman living in the UK and have suffered from migraine for over 30 years. In...reactions1reply
Saving all my sick days for Migraines...Today, I have a terrible cold. A well-meaning co-worker suggested that I go home, and while I would love to, I have to save my sick days. Why? Because I...reactions6comments
Shooting, burning pains in head...Is this normal? I know migraines can cause sensory aura, but is it normal to have what I can only describe as shooting, burning pains in head, almost like an...reactions5repliesSymptoms
Is Effexor going to worth it? 16 year old hating side effects...My 16 year old daughter suffers chronic migraine - we finally convinced her to try an anti-anxiety/anti-depressant. She's had a MAJOR aversion to this option due to a friend's experience...reactions1replyTreatment
Sensory Processing Sensitivity (a.k.a. Highly Sensitive People)...Migraineurs are more sensitive to sensory stimuli than non-migraineurs, certainly during a migraine, but also between migraine attacks. It is also said that the migraine brain is hyper-reactive (or hypersensitive)...reactions19comments
Friendship lost...My migraines have ravaged my body & soul. My strength is faltering. I reach out to family & friends. I know its not their job but my family supports me...reactions5comments
What now?...21 years of misery! 21 years! Then a month ago I got tired of it and decided to quit. I stopped taking all the triptans and fioricet. Started avoiding every...reactions1comment
Calcium...I have had migraines for more than 50 years. For years, they were "under control" with beta blockers. About four years ago, the beta blockers stopped preventing my headaches. Since...reactions2comments
Migraine symptoms lasting weeks...Hi, I am new here and wanted to gain some feedback on my condition, I hope I don't miss anything important in my explanation. I should begin with my first...reactions1reply
