Progress on Managing Environmental TriggersEnvironmental triggers are a challenge for me because I get caught up in something and don't keep track of my surroundings. This can cause an "instant" migraine attack where I... By DarylM1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Have You Ever Had a Win No One Cared About?I recently found a new trigger, white noise. This trigger is more like an atom bomb for me. Twenty minutes of white noise will give me a migraine so bad... By DarylM1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments8 comments
My Most Agonizing AttackFor those of you not following along, the end of December was hell for me due to the most agonizing migraine of my life. Also, the most debilitating and scary... By Ray Li4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
70 YearsI am 70 years old and for as far back as I can remember I have had migraine. As a very small child, I had "abdominal migraines" which were days... By patsy522 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
My Sanity Saver During AttacksDo you find it difficult to isolate yourself in a quiet dark room during a migraine attack? I sure do. I am an extrovert and I miss being with other... By 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Jawbone InfectionI have been treated for migraine for several years. Most recently I have had attacks lasting for weeks at a time. Y'all have even tried to help me through them... By GrannyK1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments9 comments
Eyes and Ears: Vertigo, Nystagmus and MigraineSharing so others may have something to consider as possibilities in their migraine journeys. Migraine with head pain is well managed in treating rapid eye movement (REM) sleep behavior disorder... By glassmind2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments13 comments
Dialogue with DoubtersSome folks who have never been ill do not have much patience with anyone whose illness is outside the bounds of what they expect. The dialogue below is what went... By Joan G.2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments10 comments
My Diary ~ 7th of FebruaryI don’t know. I don’t know if I’m fine or not… I have my exams coming up and I was sitting in a corner practicing maths… Outta nowhere, my head... By Soupy N.1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Seeking CommunityThat saying – funny how a day can make a difference – in Boston, days have been grey and filled with pain, but, today, bright sunshine and a clear mind…... By jenn122 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
Transition ContactsMy severe chronic migraine can rule my life and affect so much of it. Lighting is such a big trigger for me. When I flare, I can experience such long... By lori4knee1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
The Life of a HelpmateI may be in the minority here by coming at this topic from the other side of the fence but maybe someone out there may find some benefit to our... By CommunityMemberce1f563 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Long and Winding RoadI had my first migraine when I was 22, home from college during winter break. I had no idea what was happening and neither did my doctor. I took 2... By fiddleronthehoof1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Migraine and MertazapineI've been a migraineur for around 30 years. I've tried all possible medications (with Zomig as my 'go to') from Ketamine therapy, medicinal marijuana, to Botox, and even Emgality but... By poppy012 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Migraines and ArthritisNo fun for sure is basically the nice way to put it. I have had migraines 24/7 for 20-plus years. I have had 1 stroke and 1 mini stroke because... By grapeape2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
One Year After Last Ajovy ShotHaving migraine for 35 years kind of makes me an expert. Well, in the suffering end, as well as every known remedy to humankind. After several years of research, I... By itsmyhead1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments14 comments
Aimovig Murdered My OvariesI used Aimovig for the first time in June of 2021. I immediately had a severe increase in energy levels and heart palpitations. I asked my doctor if it could... By MSterrett831 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Over 20 Years of Different Head PainI have suffered from headaches since I was 7 years old. I am a man. Between the ages of 7 and 22, I mainly experienced tension headaches, from stress, or... By PatrickMays3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Status MigrainosusMy 16-year-old daughter has had a headache now for 37 days. Things did move quickly with blood tests, MRI, and a consultation with a neurologist. She was prescribed Amitriptyline 10mg... By moggiesandmutt1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments19 comments
Teeth and MigrainesI have had migraines since I was 15 years old and have been diagnosed with chronic migraines with aura. I have been in a couple of accidents since which did... By dreamr2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments15 comments