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How Much Magnesium Does Your Doctor Recommend To Prevent Migraines?

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A MyMigraineTeam Member

I take 250 mg daily Magnesium. Pain management specialist suggested this would be quite helpful for the chronic migraines.

posted 21 hours ago

I Have Vestibular Migraines. The Only Symptom I Have Is Chronic Vertigo. It Is Debilitating. Any Advice On How To Live With It?

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A MyMigraineTeam Member

Here are some tips for living with vestibular migraines, especially when dealing with chronic vertigo:

- Consult a Neurologist: A neurologist can provide an official diagnosis and tailor a treatment… read more

posted 3 days ago

I've Tried Tons Of Medications, Botox, Nerve Blocks, And Vypeti. I'm Scheduled To See A Specialist Who Does Nerve Decompression Surgery.

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Has anyone had success with this surgery?

A MyMigraineTeam Member

It sounds like you have been exploring various treatments for your migraines. Here is some information about nerve decompression surgery from the knowledge base:

Microvascular Decompression Surgery… read more

posted 3 days ago

How Does Weather Affect Your Migraine?

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Weather changes can trigger migraine for many people. How does the weather impact your migraine, and what do you do to manage them?
- Rainy Days: Any tips for dealing with migraines on rainy days?
- Sunny Days: How do you protect yourself from bright sunlight?
- Temperature Changes: How do you handle sudden temperature shifts?
Share your experiences and tips for managing weather-related migraines! ☀️🌧️❄️

A MyMigraineTeam Member

Weather changes are definitely my major trigger. I live in Central Texas, so staying cool & hydrated is a must most of the time for safety's sake, as well as keeping the brain pain away.

posted 11 hours ago

Migraine And Memory Loss

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So I went to the neurologist today and she asked me some questions and I said that I couldn't remember the answer to these questions. Has anyone experienced this

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I have to have a memory test done on (Phone number can only be seen by the question and answer creators)

posted 2 days ago

Aimovig

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Aimovig (Erenumab-aooe) for Migraine

Overview
- Approval: Aimovig is approved by the FDA to prevent migraines in adults.
- Type: It is a biologic drug, specifically a genetically engineered… read more

posted July 16

How Is Everyone Doing? This Heat Is Triggering 3x My Monthly Average Migraine Numbers.

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A MyMigraineTeam Member

Many people find that weather conditions, including extreme heat, can trigger migraines. Common weather-related triggers include:

- Bright sunlight and sun glare
- Extreme heat or cold
- High… read more

posted July 14

Has Anyone Started Seeing Yellow Spots On The Pages Of Books When They Read? This Has Been Happening For A While Now But I Lately It's Worse

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A MyMigraineTeam Member

Thank you for responding. It's weird because I have migraine without aura. It's only when I'm reading that I see them, so I wasn't sure if it's a new problem stemming from the headaches or something… read more

posted July 12

Anyone Else Been Fired For Calling Out Sick Too Much?

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A MyMigraineTeam Member

Yes, there are instances where individuals have faced job loss due to frequent absences caused by migraines. One member shared their experience of missing a lot of work due to severe migraine… read more

posted July 9

I Suffer More With Aura Than Pain Of Migraines. Any Help In This Problem. Marilyn

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This prevents me from doing the things that I like

A MyMigraineTeam Member

I don't know if anyone else has tried this, but I have found that Dramamine helps. I buy an off brand from Amazon due to the price these days of brand name meds
Anyhoo, seems to do the job. Downside… read more

posted July 10
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