Please, please read this bookI started having severe migraines about 8 years ago (age 50) and went through the process of medication (first to try to minimize the pain and then a daily prophylactic... By simon241 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Advice--or Should I Say the Makings of a MigraineI sat back the other day and thought about the myriad of information given to me by all the doctors, specialists, therapists, acupuncturists, Reiki masters, massage therapists, books, friends, and... By aks8684 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments6 comments
HopeI wrote the following essay a few years ago, but I am still living with Chronic Migraine. Nevertheless, in re-reading it, it helped to lift me out of my recent... By aks8684 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 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 laterReactions0reactionsComments6 comments
PatI began to get migraines at age 25. They became progressively worse, often lasting 3 days. My family suffered as I could keep going at work but had to collapse... By patric1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
My StoryI previously wrote about the weather affecting my migraines, but after reading the other stories I would Like 2 add this: I am 59 yrs old & the older I... By 20mari3ll3n161 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
PanickingI've been dealing with chronic migraine for two years. However, about six months or so ago, my typical migraine pattern changed. It felt strange and different, which made me feel... By littleowl1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments6 comments
My Wish for Migraineurs for the HolidaysLike many of you, I suspect we all once looked forward to the holidays. Before we all got migraines. It is still a difficult season for me as I miss... By not-again1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Hope LostMy update is pretty much straight forward. After many doctors and trying everything I have to live with this for the rest of my life. I've tried everything from Botox... By psmorris11 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments6 comments
The truth about chronic migrainesPeople think that the worst part about migraines is the pain, and they're right. It is, mostly. Here's something I haven't shared with my friends or family. I don't want... By faeriefate3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments24 comments
Injectable DHE 45?Hi: Injectable DHE 45 has been out of stock for months and is rumored to be on the street in pharmacies soon. Has anyone seen it yet or filled a... By pwrnapper1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
MigraineI am 53 yr old and I get severe migraines. My mom and sisters do also. Lately they are getting worse. I have pain behind my eye to the top... By lisaone1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Migraine without the headache!Hello to all you out there in America. I am in the UK and would like to know if any of you have been diagnosed with Migranous Vertigo. I have... By glynne1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Accepting DisabilitySeveral 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 laterReactions0reactionsComments6 comments
my doc says my headaches are migraines but I think NO; what do you think?I am a 44 yr old woman. I've had fairly frequent headaches throughout my adult life. As an adult, I've developed seasonal allergies which once or twice a year set... By loridawn3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments11 comments
Neuro StimulatorIf some of you haven't heard of this it is something you should check out. I had one installed permanently on Aug. 13th. I had to go back 2 times... By s8olmp1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments9 comments
Squawking and Squatting (Oh My Head)The pressure just took me by surprise and I was abruptly having a Migraine. I never knew how bad these migraines will be until they show up. This particular morning... By celia1232 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
BreakdownI've written once before about my experiences. Other than that, I have mostly lurked and occassionally commented on other stories. I'm not the type to share a lot. At the... By silverphoenix132 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments7 comments
Tracking the barometerI've tried for years to figure out what's causing my migraines, and how to stop them. I've been getting sporadic migraines with aura since I was 13, and about 10... By fbenz72 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
LactoseI have suffered migraine for over 60 years. Some time ago I googled migraine triggers and saw yogurt listed. I have been eating so much yogurt so I decided to... By auntyfaye1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments