Janet Geddis...Janet was previously an advocate on Migraine.com. Janet Geddis, also known as The Migraine Girl, is a business owner as well as a longtime migraine patient advocate and essayist at...
Get Involved...Although the symptoms of migraine attacks make many sufferers withdraw, the best way to cope with this disorder is to get involved. Support can be found in groups that meet...
Biofeedback...Biofeedback is a painless, noninvasive process that uses electrical sensors to monitor the body’s functions and provide information on a computer or video display. With biofeedback, the physiological responses of...
Peppermint Oil and Migraine...Peppermint is a common herb that grows throughout North America and Europe. It is often used to flavor foods and products, such as chewing gum, toothpaste, and cosmetics. Peppermint has...
Flaxseed for Migraine Treatment...Flaxseed and the flax plant have been used for thousands of years for health and industrial applications. Also known as linseed or Linum usitatissimum, flaxseed is often used as natural remedy and...
Calcium Channel Blockers...Calcium channel blockers are most often used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Some drugs in this class have been used to prevent migraine attacks, since they are easy to...
Propranolol...Propranolol, which treats high blood pressure, irregular heart rhythms, chest pain, and other heart symptoms, is also approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for preventing migraine attacks...
Treximet (sumatriptan and naproxen sodium)...Treximet (sumatriptan and naproxen sodium) is a prescription drug used to treat acute migraine headaches with or without aura in people 12 years of age and older. Treximet is designed...
Migraine Cause and Health History...A complete review of a migraine sufferer’s health history is necessary when making a migraine diagnosis. Doctors must understand what other health issues you might be experiencing to see if...
Sinus X-Ray...The symptoms of sinus headaches and the symptoms of migraines are very similar. In fact, studies show that most people who think they suffer from sinus headaches actually have migraines...
Migraines and family history...Often when a person has migraines, another person in their family also suffers from migraines. Therefore most migraine headaches doctors and researchers agree that susceptibility to migraines tend to run...
Vertigo...Vertigo or dizziness can be one of the many symptoms of migraine. Vertigo can make people feel like they are spinning, dizzy, off-balance, or moving when standing or sitting still...
Feeling Lightheaded...Sometimes when you stand up too quickly, you may experience a feeling of lightheadedness. It may feel as if you might faint or pass out, like a bit of dizziness...
Practice Overview...Dr. Susan Hutchinson is an expert contributor to Migraine.comIntegrative Treatment Approach At the Orange County Migraine & Headache Center, Dr. Hutchinson works with each patient to develop a comprehensive treatment...
Post Traumatic Headaches...A post-traumatic headache occurs after an injury to the head or neck. In fact, headache is the most common symptom people experience after a mild head injury. The pain may...
Preparing For Your Doctor Visit...If you have migraine symptoms that keep returning, it may be time to see your primary care doctor or a headache specialist. Preparing in advance and finding the right doctor...
Fever...Migraine attacks can have a range of symptoms. These migraine symptoms vary from person to person. Some people with migraine report fever during migraine. Fever may be a sign of...
Cold Therapy for Migraine...Cold therapy, also known as cryotherapy, is often used for different types of aches and pains. It is one of the most common self-care treatments for people with migraine. Cold...
Massage for Migraine...Massage is a term that encompasses a variety of methods using touch to press, rub, or manipulate the skin, muscles, tendons, and ligaments. Massage is used for several health conditions...