Ongoing migraine symptoms?...Hello, just wondering if anyone might relate to my migraine experience and perhaps any suggestions? My previous experience has been that I had my first migraine when I was around...Reactions0reactionsComments7 replies
What Is Status Migrainosus?...Most migraine attacks last between 4 and 5 hours. Longer migraine can be a cause for concern. Status migrainosus is the name for a migraine attack that lasts longer than...Reactions0reactionsComments26 comments
Hysterectomy and Hormonal Migraine...Migraine can have a wide variety of triggers, from the environment to food to changes in the body. Some people notice that their migraines are triggered by their menstrual cycle...Reactions0reactionsComments12 comments
Long lasting - Eyesight affected...I have migraines all my adult life. The experience has always been the same. First a deterioration of vision followed by wavy lines gradually moving out to the side. All...Reactions0reactionsComments10 repliesDiagnosis
3 Ways My Pets Help Me Through A Migraine...I’m a dog person. Ever since I was a kid, I’ve had a dog friend to keep me company. When I was 5 years old, my big red Irish Setter...Reactions0reactionsComments25 comments
To Push Through or Not...THAT is the Migraine Question!...One of the greatest challenges that many of us face when living with a chronic disease like migraine is figuring out when to “push through” and when to stop. I...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Waking up with migraines everyday ...I wake up almost everyday with a migraine. That’s when they usually start and not a different time of day. I’m very careful with what I eat. No sugar or...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesChronic
My Neurological Domino Effect...Growing up, I never really paid attention to my neurological woes. I never even really felt different until either a friend, or my parents, would approach me, and say that...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Missing Out Because of Migraine...I have missed out on countless holidays, events, and other fun activities with loved ones due to migraine. After being miserable spending a recent holiday alone, I came up with...Reactions0reactionsComments9 comments
35 years on anti depressants for migraines. ...After taking Paxil or Prozac for 35 years for migraines successfully, i was wondering if i can easily switch because i always deal with weight gain?...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
Is Alcohol Consumption a Trigger for Migraine?...When I was younger, I had a more robust social life. Part of that included going out with friends and consuming some alcoholic beverages. It was a bonding experience for...Reactions0reactionsComments9 comments
Migraine Auras at Public/Work Places...I got my first ever visual aura about a month back. It was very scary and I thought I was getting a stroke! I would get auditory auras for most...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesAuraChronicCoping
A Community Member's Awareness-Raising Handouts...I chatted with Migraine.com community member Holly Hall, who has been living with migraine for as long as she can recall, which became chronic over a dozen years ago. Constant...Reactions0reactionsComments18 comments
Really bad headaches at the back of my head bottom of skull top of neck...What could this be?...Reactions0reactionsComments5 replies
Tremors...Does anyone else get generalized tremors/shaking with a migraine?...Reactions0reactionsComments44 replies
Relivion ...Has anyone tried the external migraine device for treating migraine called Relivion?...Reactions0reactionsComments7 replies
Seeing a Neurologist Made Me So Happy I Could Cry...After a string of bad doctor’s appointments and failed treatment options, I finally got a referral to my local hospital system’s neurology department. After the long wait, my appointment day...Reactions0reactionsComments15 comments
topamax and amitriptine dosage...hi, I have about 15 headaches per month, sometimes more, sometimes less. Sumatriptam with tylenol always works for me, but was put on topamax 50 mg dosage. it is not...Reactions0reactionsComments5 replies
anxiety...I have recently read that unmanaged migraines can lead to generalized anxiety. Has anyone heard of this, experienced this & if so, conquered this?...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesMental Health
Vacation Planning Stressor...Vacations are supposed to be fun and relaxing. Though when you are living with chronic health conditions, those vacations can be stressful. I am a creature of habit. I have...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments