Ubrelvy (ubrogepant)...CGRP is a protein that is often found in the brain and sensory nerves of the head and neck.... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for later
Expert Answer: Muscle Relaxants & Migraine...When I’ve done this, I’ve slept well again through the rest of the night.... By teri-robert2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments26 comments
Profiles in Courage: Annie Seeks Joy and Meaning Within Pain...She ran with the idea of becoming friends with pain rather than expending energy fighting it day after day. ... By Holly Harding1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments10 comments
When I "lost" medication that was right in front of my face...It cheered me up and reminded me that, during a migraine, multiple parts of your brain aren’t functioning at full capacity and even something that’s right... By The Migraine Girl3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments5 comments
How My Migraine Journey Started...Often, my head was in extreme pain, and my brain was not working well enough for me to explain what I was experiencing to... By Tom Picerno3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
My World of Migraine and Insomnia...This helps my brain correlate the bed/bedroom with sleep. My family can be a pretty chatty group, especially in a group text message situation.... By Amanda Workman3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments5 comments
Triptan Allergies: Fact or Fiction?...In my case, the generic was less effective than the brand.... By maria.deleon3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments8 comments
Special Report: Migraine Triggers...Articles in this new series will begin posting this week and we will continue adding new posts over time.... By Amrita Bhowmick, MPH1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments14 comments
What are your "go to" essentials that bring you comfort during a migraine?...How you sooth the pain: Hot/Cold Therapy: Easing Nausea And Calming Methods:Essentials For Helping You Get comfortable All The While Trying To Pass... By Joanna Bodner3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments11 comments
Vision Changes...Lack of blood flow to certain areas of the brain or eye may be the problem.... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for later
Tips to Prevent Migraine While Hospitalized...Then, they had to bring the medication that I needed, which took on average, another 5 to 20 minutes.... By Tonya Henry3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
Write About Your Migraine Experience: Prompt 1...This is the first of many prompts to inspire you to write about your experience with migraine, either as someone with the condition or as... By Lisa Robin Benson1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments26 comments
Sometimes I Just Need a Break...You have days where you’re lying in bed waiting for the pain to go away.... By Alene L. Brennan, RYT1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Another One Bites the Dust - Dealing with Another Failed Therapy Regimen...I didn't feel too much discomfort overall, and again, if this worked, the pain would only be a mere afterthought.... By Tom Picerno3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Planning Around Migraine: Plans for When You Can’t Drive...As you grab your purse, a migraine attack hits out of nowhere. Now, you’re breathing heavily and blinking in pain from the light.... By Sarah Hackley3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments13 comments
Relaxation & Mindfulness For Migraine Patients Living with Depression & Anxiety...You don't have to believe any of this will help you, you've just got to be open to the possibility that if By diana-lee2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments5 comments
Get Involved: CDC Opens Comments for New Opioid Guidelines...7 to 9 on a 10 pain scale.... By Katie M. Golden4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments32 comments
Eleventh Annual Migraine & Headache Poetry Contest: Call for Entries...Today I'm pleased to share with you the call for entries for the 11th annual Putting Our Heads Together Migraine & Headache Poetry Contest.... By diana-lee2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Darkness and Rest...These cells trigger an area of the brain that is active during a migraine.... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for later
The Below the Surface Benefits of Staying Hydrated...It can suggest that the only thing you need to do to eliminate migraine pain is to drink a little water.... By Alene L. Brennan, RYT2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments5 comments