Counting Pills...They are merely seeking relief from severe pain and for many of us, opioids provide the best pain relief.... By Holly Harding3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments161 comments
Migraine Awareness Month #20: Run, Forest, Run!...(4) Go to initial appointments with more than one doctor to see who seems like the best fit for you.... By diana-lee2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Updates on Promising New Migraine Drugs...Researchers were curious if this drug could treat non-pain symptoms of migraine.... By Kerrie Smyres2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments15 comments
Why Migraine Is Important: Changing My Mindset...a dental mouth guard, downloading an expensive app that played a static tone that was supposed to ease pain, or taking a medicine such as ibuprofen By Lisa Robin Benson3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
How Do I Find Virtual Health Services?...It can be overwhelming to figure out how to find telehealth services, especially if you do not already have a doctor.... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Social Distancing Spurs Telehealth Surge...This lowers the peak number of cases and reduces the strain on our healthcare systems. A flatter curve means fewer cases and better overall care.... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Redefining My Chronic Migraine Treatment Expectations...Those of us living with migraine are desperate for relief. Unfortunately, there is no cure for the disease.... By Holly Harding3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments39 comments
Worries About CGRP Drugs...I hate knowing that some people with migraine will inevitably experience such pain with the new medications.... By Kerrie Smyres3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments12 comments
Worker Bee Advocacy...into a mere, frail shadow of their former (happier) selves.... By Kyky Knight3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Enter to Win: TheraSpecs Giveaway! (NOW CLOSED)...This month, we’re excited to be partnering with TheraSpecs to offer you a chance to alleviate some of that light sensitivity.... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Bringing in a New Year with Chronic Migraines...It means another year in pain for me — a new year for many means new resolutions and, of course, a fresh start.... By LaQuinda McCoy2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Tricks to Enjoying Your Halloween...These moments are so important to me as a mom, I don’t want to have them taken away from me because of a migraine.... By Alene L. Brennan, RYT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Repeat After Me: "Migraine Is Not My Fault"...Have you found ways to let go of these feelings? We'd love to learn from you in the comment section below and are... By Holly Harding4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments26 comments
Who Am I Beyond Migraine?...Sometimes living with chronic pain can be so consuming that we can lose sight of ourselves beyond the pain, stigma, and adversity.... By Kyky Knight2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments16 comments
Cefaly: A Migraineur's Review...In the large patient satisfaction study, fewer than 5% of all participants reported any issues with the device, though pain or unbearable discomfort at... By Kerrie Smyres6 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments71 comments
Coping Mechanisms...All of the coping mechanisms in the world won’t take the pain away, but for some reason, they seem to make the pain much more... By Steven Workman2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments8 comments
4 Things I Want You to Know, Friend Without Migraine...I yawn when an attack is starting, and sometimes too during and after the pain stage of my migraine episode.... By The Migraine Girl2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments8 comments
Five Questions With a Neurologist and Migraine Expert...shown to reduce pain during migraine attacks,” Dr.... By Karen Berger2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments14 comments
Migraine with Aura More Often Associated with Heart Attack or Stroke than Diabetes, Obesity or Smoking...Finally, as a women living with migraine with aura, one of the most important things you can do for yourself is to be sure By diana-lee1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
How a local, independent pharmacy helps me with migraine care...For many years, I was like a lot of people in that I automatically went to chain pharmacies (I hesitate to say “a majority... By The Migraine Girl3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments