Chronic daily migraine

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I've been fighting daily migraines for 4 years; have traveled to Mayo Clinic, numerous neurologist and tried all medications, infusions and nerve blocks. The only thing I haven't tried is a surgical neurostimulator which I will not do. I'm thinking of going to Cleveland clinic or Jefferson clinic and was wondering if anyone could recommend one over the other or have any other suggestions. I have been unable to work due to migraines and am beginning to realize there may be no help to eliminate this 4 year daily migraine. I'm reaching out to see if anyone has any other thoughts. Thank you

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martynaprusak Member
i feel your pain so much, been getting migraines for two years and i’ve had one for 8 months no stop now, wishing you luck!!
1. Melissa Arnold Community Admin
 <inline-mention username="martynaprusak" user-id="6907298"/> My heart goes out to you! Are you working with a physician at this time? What strategies have you tried to manage this chronic migraine? Maybe we can suggest some other resources. Wishing you all the best, thanks for being so supportive of others as well! -Melissa, <a href='http://migraine.com' target='_blank'>migraine.com</a> team
martynaprusak Member
Sorry for such a late reply! I’ve tried everything- life style changes, medications, and nothings been helping. I just today went to a neurologist but got no help- i’ve been told it’s a tension headache but i really don’t believe this is right, as she kept excusing it as exam stress, and school stress just because i am a teenager. i got told to do yoga and be mindful, i really think i’ve been swept under the rug. I’m really stuck on what to do next.
1. Holly Harding Moderator & Contributor
 <inline-mention username="martynaprusak" user-id="6907298"/> Hi again- it really is an awful feeling when we don't feel heard or when our concerns, feelings, and experiences are dismissed. I very much encourage you to pursue another opinion (I provided you links on the other page). You are not alone in this. Do you have a good support system in your family and/or friends? We are here for you as you navigate this challenge of trying to find answers and solutions and beyond. With much warmth and compassion - Holly (migraine.com team). 
2. Holly Harding Moderator & Contributor
 <inline-mention username="martynaprusak" user-id="6907298"/> Hi again- in addition to the links I provided under the other comment - I wanted to also give you this one regarding alternative therapies that might prove interesting or useful for you. Things like biofeedback, massage therapy and acupuncture have all given relief to many people with migraine. These might be worth exploring while you are in this holding pattern waiting to see a different doctor or waiting to turn 18 to qualify for more types of treatment options: <a href='https://migraine.com/complementary-and-alternative-therapies' target='_blank'>https://migraine.com/complementary-and-alternative-therapies</a>. Warmly- Holly <a href='http://-migraine.com' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer ugc'>-migraine.com</a> team.

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