The Complexities of the Migraine Doctor/Patient Relationship...The relationship between a migraine doctor and patient may span decades and can be a game-changer in the life of a migraineur. Let’s face it: Life with migraine is hard... By Holly Harding3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments8 comments
My story.......insurance allows for the injections for every 3 months, so I receive nerve blocks a month before to help with the pain until my next botox appt.... By jbinsley772 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Life changes with chronic migraines....I know that Botox is not a cure for migraines, but anything that will decrease the intensity/duration/frequency is definitely worth trying.... By lyndahillebrenner2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Migraine and Pain Meds...So 3 monthes ago, the neurologist decided that I am addicted to my narcotics and all I need for my migraines were Topamax & Botox.... By lk262 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments6 comments
When Sensory Sensitivities Become Fears...Sensitivities to sensory input are called phobias in medical language — photophobia, phonophobia, and osmophobia — but they aren't considered actual phobias. But when light, sounds, or odors are migraine... By Kerrie Smyres1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments15 comments
How to Eliminate the Aroma of Cigarettes...The scent of cigarettes was seeping through the walls. It’s not only an unpleasant aroma, but it’s a big migraine trigger for me. I was getting migraines every day, and... By Alene L. Brennan, RYT1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments24 comments
Evaluating Your Migraine Doctor/Patient Relationship – Looking for the Right Fit...It never hurts to evaluate your patient/doctor relationship to ensure that it’s working for you. After all, if the relationship becomes dysfunctional, we may feel unheard, powerless, judged, devalued, and voiceless... By Holly Harding2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments14 comments
How to Advocate for Yourself at the Doctor's...According to our 2018 Migraine In America survey data, 74% of those with migraine had to see more than one doctor before receiving a diagnosis. As we know, it can... By Lisa Robin Benson2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Finally Relief...After many Drs and treatments including Botox i found a CNP (certified Nurse Practicioner) who would work with me.... By gadner501 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Lifetime of migraines...I've tried many different remedies for migraines including vitamins, herbal remedies, massage therapy, Botox injections, and acupuncture.... By sherim631 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Migraine Aging...I take Maxalt which does help but am looking into botox shots. I have been to so many neurologists and they don't listen to you.... By pal11 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
My story (or is it really that of the whole family?)...Last year, we started botox for my cervical dystonia. I can’t believe how much of a change it made in my life.... By braindrane3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Saving all my sick days for Migraines...While my migraines have gotten better - down from more than 15 a month to about 8 to 9 a month with Botox, the latest heatwave in Los Angeles... By annequin-harkin1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments6 comments
My Prior Authorization Didn't Follow When I Changed Pharmacies...We do a check in/update appointment, followed by the administration of Botox in my face, scalp, jaw and upper shoulders.... By Amanda Osowski3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Tonya Henry...She's also tried things such as occipital injections, acupuncture, alpha stim, and Botox.... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for later
Photophobia: Dealing with Painful Light Sensitivity...Photophobia is a symptom many individuals deal with as part of their migraine. Personally, my own photophobia is pretty bad. There are a number of ways people with chronic migraine... By Amanda Workman3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments6 comments
Sick and tired of being sick and tired....I’m scheduled to try botox again in June.... By slhart2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments9 comments
Hormonal Migraines...This week I try Botox for the first time so I am hopeful.... By shannonwhiggins1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Migraines since concussion...Some treatments come with temporary relief, including Maxalt, Nortryptaline and Botox injections.... By chronicpainarse1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments5 comments
The Uneasiness of Feeling Better...The first time I received Botox in 2002 before it was approved for migraine (but my neurologist was already recommending it), I did get immediate relief... By Elizabeth Roberts-Zibbel5 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments25 comments