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Does Anyone Else Suffer Anxiety And Panic Attacks That Originated From Getting Migraines All The Time?
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Just in last couple of years, my anxiety has come every day in morning after breakfast and after lunch. I feel like it’s low blood sugar. I get panicky thinking I have to go to an appointment and I… read more

Are There Specific Scents That Upon First Wiff Will Send You Into A Migraine Spiral?
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Mine are weed killers and fertilizers, Fabreeze anything, petroleum hot tar, cologne and even deodorant (especially strong scented men's deo., cigar 🤢cigarette smoke, mowing of lawns. Scented candles and room deodorizers.i find I am becoming more sensitive as I get older 😕. Mold, bonfires, fireplaces, cleaning supplies, even dust. Anyone relate?

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Cigarettes!

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

Hello Friends :) Any Advice Or Tips On What Could Help Relieve Stress?
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Hello friends :) Have a stess induced migraine lasting 2 days. Ive used lavender, peppermint, a little caffeine, heating pad to back of the neck, cold wash cloth to forehead, massaging, a lot of other stuff. tried Excedrin, @Tylenol, etc. of medications. I don't like taking medication and it doesn't really even put a dent in the pain.

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Hi Kelly! I know how you feel it's been a bad few days migraine pain I'm full force. Weather is definitely a factor and you feel like your on a rollercoaster! I have recently been introduced to a new… read more

Anyone Have Luck With Topical Essential Oils? If So, Which Ones?
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I use essential oils to help me relax during an attack. The fragrance that works best for me is eucalyptus/spear mint I buy at Bath&Body works. It helps me sleep better at night.

Who Has Tried CBD Oil For Their Migraines And Does It Help ?
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Hi wondering if anyone has tried CBD oil for their migraines if so how much do you take and how often ? It is preventive or just when the migraine hits ?

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Did not work for me.

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!

Intractable Migraines- Any Ideas On How To Stop Them?
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I get lots of intractable migraines that last longer that 48-72 hours & don't respond to standard treatment (also called status migrainosus). I would love to know if any of you have ideas on how to treat them?

To complicate things further I can't take ergots or triptans because of severe side effects to these medications in the past. My "go-to" medicine for this is a steroid taper (was 4mg methylprednisolone taper pack but eventually that stopped helping & the dr upped the dose to a 20mg predni… read more

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I have similar migraines and connot take any medication as I vomit immediately...I have found and Alternative solution that has been a miracle for me. When I feel a migraine coming on I lay down… read more

What Do You Do When You Can't Sleep?
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I'm trying to figure out how to help with deeper sleep. Lack of sleep causes migraines, but then migraines cause lack of sleep....so what do you do to help yourself?

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There are some essential oils that can help you also with relaxing and sleep. Try the lavender 💜 oil for relaxing. I also really like the peppermint oil for migraine as well as peppermint tea.