5 Months On Ajovy...I started Ajovy through a free trial in December 2020 having had New Daily Persistent Migraines for 15 years. I was misdiagnosed by GP as sinus infections until eventually insisted...reactions1comment
Where To Next?...My migraines started when I was a teenager. I don't recall my first as they seem to have just been there all my life. But I remember having a conversation...reactions1comment
Managing Migraines in the Workplace...When a migraine strikes at work, I immediately go into planning mode. The first and last questions are typically the highest priority. If a migraine is coming on fast, I...reactions9comments
Migraine and Headache Awareness Month 2021: Every Story Counts...June is Migraine and Headache Awareness Month! Join us as we learn more from the community, work to raise awareness, and share community member stories. We know that not every...reactions11comments
Enter to Win: TheraSpecs Giveaway! (NOW CLOSED)...Have you ever dealt with light sensitivity? If yes, you are in the right place! This month, we’re excited to be partnering with TheraSpecs to offer you a chance to...reactions2comments
Perimenopause and migraines...Hello everyone, I feel fortunate to only be dealing with migraines for a relatively short time compared to many others. For several months I also thought it was ovarian cysts...reactions3repliesTreatmentCopingHormones
Chronic, static migraines and moving to Texas...So like many of you I have had migraines all my life, but I’ve had a more constant battle with them for the last four years. I really don’t think...reactions2repliesTips & AdviceCopingChronic
Chronic Frequent Headache...Hi, I am having frequent severe headaches (at least 2-3 times a week) generally on one side of the head on one day and on the other side next day...reactions3repliesTreatmentDiagnosisTips & Advice
Challenging Relationship Dynamics that Accompany Migraine...Life with chronic migraine, or really any chronic pain or emotional/mental health issue, can be challenging enough on its own. Navigating a relationship can bring a lot of positives but...reactions24comments
My Migraine History - 30 Years in the Making...I remember being young, maybe 6 or 7 years old, and feeling this earth-shattering pain in my head. I’d crawl into my bed, pull the covers up over my head...reactionscomments
Workplace Considerations...Everyone deserves to be treated fairly at work, including people with chronic medical conditions or disabilities. It is not only the right thing to do – it is the law...
Disability Benefits...When you have a chronic medical condition, there may be times when you are not able to work. This can seriously affect your finances and your family’s. However, there is...
Applying for Social Security Disability Benefits...Living with a chronic health condition may make working impossible at some point. Your symptoms can affect your ability to get your job done. When this happens, you may find...
Managing Healthcare Expenses...Managing a chronic health condition can take a financial toll on you and your family. Costs add up quickly from medicines, testing, copays, travel, and more. But help is available...
Health Resources...Living with a chronic health condition can be challenging, frustrating, and tiring. You might feel like your life is on hold. Frequent hospital stays, difficult or noticeable symptoms, and constant...
chronic migraine and Covid-19 vaccination...Are there any people who had their migraine intensified after getting vaccination?...reactions30repliesChronic
How Long Is an Elimination Diet?...The list of potential migraine triggers can seem endless when you’re considering an elimination diet. It also can appear to include just about all of your favorite foods. Then you...reactions21comments
Telling Your Story May Be Good for Your Health...“While writing about my health issues has not cured them, it has helped me develop better coping skills and even contributed to better management of my symptoms (and I could...reactions2comments
Ajovy ...I just had an appointment with my neurologist. She has changed my Ajovy to 3 shots at one time and should last 3 months. Has anyone else done that? ...reactions9repliesChronic
Aura Without Pain & Vision Issues...I've had these as long as I can remember, and I'm 62 now. Never any pain, but I have the visual disturbance in two ways: first the jaggedy bright spot...reactions3comments
