Migraines are the party guest that won't go home...I started getting migraines in college. Like the title implies, they have never left. Oh yes, they have fooled me into thinking they aren't coming back. They always do and... By cantseestraight1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
My "invisible illness"...I got a port put in about two months ago. My chest/upper body is kinda bony, so the port is very visible. The incision scar is also quite red, and... By captainquervo1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
This House Is My Prison...My home is a safe place, But this house is my prison. I can control the surroundings, But my surroundings control me. I can be at peace here, But I'm... By tphreh1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
Migraine Triggers and Comorbidities: Dystonia...As a dystonia patient who has worked for years toward awareness, I was thrilled to be there to see the presentation Head and Neck Examination of a Migraineur... By ellen6 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments11 comments
Migraine Heroes...As someone who has suffered for 7 years with vestibular migraines, the past 2 of which I have been stuck in a constant migraine, I feel isolated by the migraine... By kayeff2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments10 comments
Severe Nerve Headache...It all began in 2019 after taking blood pressure medication, not even sure what it could have been. I feel it's my fault I allowed the pharmacist to give me... By dawn2u2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
PERSPECTIVE...I think my story is unique compared to others because, first, I have Hemiplegic Migraines which is considered rare by the Department of Rare Disease. Second, my husband was diagnosed... By lebell204 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Out of Nowhere...I had just gotten over a sinus infection at the tail end of June in 2017. The only thing I changed was to take a nose spray for it. When... By sulli13612 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
My 20-year Migraine Journey...Another reason it is so vital that we spread awareness and never let our ailments keep us from speaking out.... By kellyslevin5 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Michigan Head Pain and Neurological Institute / Chelsea Inpatient Program...Again, I know how silly such thoughts sound even as they continue to move through my awareness. My intention is to write about my experience in Dr....Reactions 0 reactions Comments60 replies
I can't cope...My chronic migraines are getting to much for me to handle lately. I just can't cope with it all, trying to hold down a job that I love but constantly... By mbloor1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
I’m Not Sure If This Will Work......I’m really miserable right now. This is my 3rd day in a row with this migraine. I’m in bed, took my 2nd dose of Norco & it’s only 10:20 am... By savta452 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Migraines aren't just another pain......Okay, my first story seemed well received, so I'll write another. I also apologize for the bad spelling and grammar in any of the stories. It used to be far... By faeriefate4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
Finding Empathy At The Infusion Center...Beautiful smiles wearing masks as they get their ports accessed and other lines like mine hooked up. I’m in the company of other people there daily, whom I don’t know... By Kelly J.2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Accepting Disability...Several of my friends and family members have disabilities. Since I was old enough to understand what "disabled" meant, I've always been very careful with the word and its synonyms... By katbriboe2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
Jury Duty: A Migraine Minefield...I went to jury duty the othe day. I knew that it was risky, but I I had been doing so well lately I thought I could handle it. The... By diva4rls1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
A Little Self-Care...I always dread sending that text or email with the familiar words “I’m not going to be able to make it. I have a migraine.” I can already picture the... By sarahmchb3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments10 comments
When people act like they know more about your migraines than you do......A lot of people seem to appreciate how my stories put their experiences into words, so here's one that I know will be super relatable. A lot of people seem... By faeriefate4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments7 comments
Scabs...Since I last wrote, I have been reading so many insightful essays and stories on Migraine.com. It has been helpful and validating; but, at the same time, sometimes, when I... By aks8682 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments