Living With My Chronic Migraine...Waking up in the morning is supposed to be a refreshing start to a new day. But with chronic migraines, it can be like playing Russian roulette. I truly never...Reactions0reactionsComments17 comments
The Darkness of Migraine Shines a Light on Joy...As I shared in a recent video, I adore Seattle and feel most like myself there. Yet I'm not able to live there because the weather is a migraine trigger...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
What works? ...My husband has experienced migraines for years. They are over his eyes/sinus area. A few years ago we made it our top focus to try and get answers which led...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesSymptomsDiagnosisTips & Advice
I'm Done Apologizing for Migraine...In previous years, when I felt pressured to take part in an activity that I knew would trigger a migraine, I did not know how to advocate for my needs...Reactions0reactionsComments15 comments
Zomig (zolmitriptan)...Zomig (zolmitriptan) is a medicine used to treat migraines in adults. It is a type of drug called a serotonin receptor agonist. Zomig provides symptom relief, but it does not...
Antidepressants...Antidepressants are drugs that are mainly used for treating mental health conditions like depression. However, there is evidence that antidepressants can help treat migraine. Some doctors may prescribe antidepressants for...
12 Steps Meetings for Chronic Pain - A thing now...Greetings all. Just wanted to put this peer-to-peer, non-profit group out there. They don't discuss medication, doctors, insurance, disability etc. You'll still need this amazing website for that. CPA has...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesCopingFriends & FamilyIntimacy & Relationships
Preparing to Advocate for Yourself During a Migraine...I have been a chronic illness patient for most of my life, and I’ve struggled with migraines for all of that time and then some. As I transitioned from pediatric...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
ocular or retinal migraines without headache multiples times a day...Hi there, I have been diagnosed as having retinal or ocular migraines without headache. I am your typical 'had nasty migraines with aura in adolescence then went to aura with...Reactions0reactionsComments6 repliesAuraSymptoms
Rebound migraine or just a stubborn migraine cycle?...Hi! I’m trapped in a migraine cycle Woke up Mon morning w a bad one. Aleve killed it. Woke up Wed with a bad one. Advil killed it. Came back...Reactions0reactionsComments5 repliesBotoxCGRPChronic
Reactions to monkfruit w/erythritol?...I usually average 8-15 migraines/month despite taking noratriptyline & topiramate daily and Aimovig monthly. Now that I’ve got Aimovig, usually when a migraine strikes, I can take imitrex with 3...Reactions0reactionsComments6 repliesSide EffectsTriggers
Migraine symptoms ...I was reading about the unusual symptoms people have and was curious if anyone experiences a metallic taste prior to onset ?...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesSymptoms
Migraines and writing...We were at an important signature signing while I was having a migraine. About half way through I couldn't sign my name. I didn't even recognize my signature. I had...Reactions0reactionsComments18 repliesTips & AdviceSymptoms
3 Things I'd Do If My Migraines Weren't A Thing...Since living with migraine disease, I’ve had to change up my lifestyle to accommodate my unpredictable head. This means figuring out what makes my migraines tick. This seems to be...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Managing Seasonal Migraines...I discovered early in my migraine journey that I was more likely to get a migraine on the weekend than I was during the week. But I was surprised to...Reactions0reactionsComments23 comments
Cefaly...Cefaly is a device that is approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) as an acute treatment of migraine and to prevent migraine. This means it can be...
Migraineous Vertigo, Fay Syndrome and chiropractor?...Hi I'm new to the group. I have been reading many articles and posts and they are very helpful! I have a story and questions below and hope for some...Reactions0reactionsComments8 repliesTips & AdviceDiagnosisNewly DiagnosedSymptoms
Topiromate ...Hi, Does anyone take topiromate to prevent migraines and have you found it effective, I am reluctant to up to the final dosage and would prefer to stay on 75mg...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesTips & AdviceTreatment
Do You Have a Migraine-To-Go Bag?...As a mom, I frequently say that all I do is “pack and unpack bags all day long.” My middle child has Type 1 diabetes and plays softball and basketball...Reactions0reactionsComments32 comments
