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I'm Curious As To What Are Most Here Who Suffer Are Being Told Is The Actual "Cause" Of Your Migraines?
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Bob we’ve heard it. We either believe you or don’t. Stop peddling yourself on this site please.

Migraine And Work. What Is Your Boss Attitude Towards Your Migraines And Days Off Sick?
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I work for the post office. Even with the FMLA they have tried to write me up for attendance. Sometimes they act like I just want a day off or they think it’s just a headache. Not understanding how… read more

Has Anyone Tried Amovig Or Botox? What Do You Recommend I Try First?
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Hi everyone! I have been dealing with Chronic migraines sine my 20's. The Neurologist has me on Zonisamide and increased the dosage but it is not working. I have migraines pret thg much every day and miss work also i am on FMLA at work. I was thinking about trying Aimovig. Has anyone tried this and what experience did you have. Also what about Botox? I am scared to try it.

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thanks for sharing.

How Do You Guys Handle The Unsupportiveness From The People You Love The Most?
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That's sorry to hear that sending hugs

Triptan Overuse Rebound Headaches
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What do you guys know about triptan overuse headaches?

I just learned of them from a nurse at my neurologist’s office. This had never been mentioned before by my neurologist and he prescribes me 30 rizatriptans per month and 7 frovatriptans per month, which covers my 20 migraines (if they decide to work). However, I had no idea that by taking the prescribed medication as directed, I could actually be causing more migraines. But if I don’t take them, I’m in excruciating pain and am… read more

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Glad to hear that worked for you. Valproic acid has many possible severe side effects including affecting liver causing death and pancreatitis. Each person has to weight the benefits vs the risks… read more

How Many Of You Suffer From Depression/anxiety Along With Your Migraines?
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The double dose of Effexor really eliminated the depression and anxiety. The weather is my biggest enemy. I live in the burbs north of Atlanta. One of my daughters lives in North Carolina. She… read more

How Much Does The Weather Play A Role With Your Migraine
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I can't believe how much better I feel now that the temperature has dropped. There also does not seem to be the big fluctuations in the temperature, humidity and barometric pressure. The thing that is still messing with my head is precipitation. I know the day before it's going to rain, then it rains and then it takes a day to feel better. That's three days out of my life. Weather migraines are really bad, anybody else have them? In sure lots of us do. Anyone know how to avoid or cope… read more

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Indeed. The migraine is bad enuf but the post migraine fatigue can last days for me. Drag!

Can Someone Recommend What I Can Take For My Migraines. Advil, Tylenol, Etc Isn't Working For Me
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Omgosh, that is awful. I have read, in a neurological magazine, about migraines caused by some type of physical trauma. I hope you have a decent way of dealing with all those emotions...counseling, yo… read more

Where Is The Best Place To Live With Less Barometric Pressure Systems?
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My migraine triggers are barometric system (weather change) I get the migraine two days before the system arrives, once it arrives just like a snap of the fingers it’s gone! I live in WI
I’m looking to relocate for retirement (I thought AZ?)

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I am on disability due to migraines. I am very sensitive to barometric pressure shifts. I live in Utah. Last year the storms were horrendous. I asked my doctor where he would move to for… read more

Daith Piercing
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Anyone have any info on a Daith piercing? I am considering it, but need more information.

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I tried it a few years ago. Made mine worse, so I took out the earring and let it grow over. I'd recommend trying acupuncture first. They use the same point, and if that works, you might be a good… read more