Social Life ImpactI thought I saw an article on migraines and how they impact people’s social life. I see my siblings and friends going out socially, to work, or taking a vacation... By 7 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Migraine Road: Fighting to Love the Life You LiveMy migraine road has taken some detours and my diagnosis was a long time coming. Although I have suffered with migraines for 30 years, I was not diagnosed until I... By migraineroad3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Finally, Zero Pain Every TimePlease don't let me get your hopes up for total pain relief from migraine. But, that is exactly what I have been experiencing for about 18 years. I began my... By job1job11 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
The Scary, Bumpy Road Coming Off My MedsI have suffered now for over 3 years without a single second pain-free. What was originally diagnosed as chronic migraine got re-classified in April of this year as New Persistent... By Mick782 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments22 comments
No Longer Prescribed My Miracle PillHello, I am now a 60-year-old female who has had debilitating migraines for the last 30 years. At one point, I was prescribed Maxalt, which I was so grateful for... By Savvyme11 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments8 comments
Constant Headache Since 2009Hello, hello, hello. I'm Ray Li and I'm a PL (Patient Leader) who writes articles for Restless Leg Syndrome (RLS) and Sleep Apnea. I also do moderation for RLS. I... By Ray Li2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments10 comments
My Migraine LifeI'm opening a window into my life of chronic migraines to, not only educate, but to let other migraineurs know that they are not alone! "The brain produces an outsize... By karenkonkol3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
49 Years LaterEditor's Note: Content warning - This story contains experiences with self-harm. My life as a migraineur started when I was 8 years old. Our family doctor was convinced I was... By justshootme5610 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Herbal TeasMy momma always made me tea with mint, tilo (Spanish Linden Flower), and chamomile. When those migraines were unbearable, she'd make me this combination of tea. It wouldn't take away... By Nilsahaggarty11 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
Being Told "It's Just A Headache"This is an open letter to employers/managers who make their migraine-suffering employees' lives hell... Chronic migraine is defined as 15 or more migraines a month. Often one migraine just bleeds... By CMCL8196 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments10 comments
Empathy is EverythingAt age 50, while living in Panama, I was struck down with debilitating migraines. It seemed I was having them every other day lasting around 14 hours with vomiting. Finally... By 98116howth1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
8 Years with Cluster HeadachesI was diagnosed 8 years ago with cluster headaches and also have migraines too. I have tried all types of medications and now take a combination of medications to ward... By Lowenstein10211 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments10 comments
Understanding My ChildhoodAs a child, I would often fall asleep in "strange" places. If we went visiting it wasn't unusual, so I've been told, for my parents to have to hunt for... By macbeck1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Chronic Migraines for Many YearsI've had chronic migraines for 40 years or more. When I first started getting migraines I lived on Long Island and I thought they were sinus headaches. One day I... By KarynY1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments13 comments
Seizure Free, But Not Migraine FreeI have had headaches since I was a teenager but wasn't diagnosed with migraines until a few years ago. They often occurred when I would have seizures, so I thought... By CommunityMember5361 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Free At Last, Free At LastOkay, so EVERYONE who lives with migraine knows the excruciating "I want to die" pain. Debilitating! I've had them ever since I had a hysterectomy at 36. I'm 65 now... By Juda1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments18 comments
Would Micro-Dosing Prevent Migraine Attacks?The only thing that ever helped me was codeine combined with a sleep med. When I got a headache, I knew to find somewhere to park, get the ice packs... By rondo-no-one1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
In LimboHi, everyone. My story started approximately 25 years ago when I was hospitalized with the worst headache ever. The docs thought it was meningitis at first. I spent three weeks... By Kazzie1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
My Ta-Da ListI’m a word nerd. One of my great satisfactions is finding the precise word, or phrase, to express what needs expressing. One of my great frustrations is the baggage that... By mrs-doyle5 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
A Day In The LifeAnother migraine day, another passive-aggressive text from a boss who just doesn't get it, and let's be honest, he doesn't really want to. To him, pain is weakness. To him... By smatthews203 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments