I Can No Eat Chocolate Because I Get A Migraine. Are There Any Other Trigger Foods Like That?
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Triptan Overuse Rebound Headaches
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
I was having daily migraines that i was treating with rizatriptin. When i talked with my neurologist he ascribed to the MOU theory. I stopped taking triptins and took valproic acid for three weeks… read more
Who Else Has Intractable Migraine? How Do You Deal With It?
I have chronic migraine but I was recently diagnosed with intractable. Interested in learning more.
Many members of MyMigraineTeam have shared their experiences and coping strategies for dealing with chronic migraines. Here are some ways they manage their condition:
- Regulating Sleep: Going to bed… read more
What Are The Treatments For New Daily Persistent Headaches. The Description Of Them Is Far More Like What Happened To Me. How Is It Treated
I started having migraines about 10 years ago but when I left my husband they suddenly stopped and only came back about 9 months later when I was going through another stressful situation and since then they are constant. Every single day all day long especially when I lay down. I haven't been able to go to bed without ice packs on the front, back and top of my head and I have to change them periodically throughout the night as they thaw and the pain will wake me up. I have a genetic condition… read more
I was told that stress and tension can easily bring on a migraine/tension headache. Like you I also tried every preventive medication that they had to offer - often bottoming out my blood pressure… read more
Has Anyone Heard Of The Reed Procedure Done For Miagrines?It Is Done In Dallas Texas.
It is a peripheral nerve stimulation treatment
Everyone is different. I pray it works for you.
Blessings 🙌
What Type Of Migraine I Have
Hi all
Am new to migraines. Am 42 years old and 3 months ago had first one. I thought I had heart attack. But things didn’t add up cause I didn’t had chest pain nor arm pain. Just slurred speech
Luckily I had morphine left over from kidney stone I had month before migraine attack. But morphine didn’t work. Had to take Advil and Tylenol too. Than I fall a sleep and when I woke up I was just tired but head was fine.
I went to fam doc for something else and at the end I mentioned headache and… read more
My one hemiplegic migraine was the scariest time of my life! What would happen to my 10 yr old? Who would care for him? Etc. Couldn’t even manage a gown for going to CT. Too sick w vertigo, confusion… read more
If You've Been Diagnosed With Medication Overuse Headaches Caused By Triptans, What Was The Treatment Plan And Was It Effective?
There is an anti-CGRP med available this year: Qulipta. I have United Healthcare Medicare Advantage & it's not on the drug formulary. So I have to get a prior authorization. The pharmacist said… read more
Excedrin Migraine
I am allergic to so many meds and have suffered with migraines for 20 years,Excedrin migraine has helped but the last 5 times I have used it my stomach feels like it is being ripped apart, The pain is just as bad as the migraine but s you know trying to go without a migraine med is impossible and going to the hospital is not practical at this time,,, Any suggestions to help with the stomach pain caused by the excedrin? Stay safe and I hope everyone has a migraine free day!!!
I take excedrin also . I drink Sprite and have A few Ritz crackers to help with tummy issues
Relpax
I haven't tried that drug. I'm going to ask my Dr about that medicine. I have to hurry he is retiring the end of this month.
That all you need a doctor retire
I Have Meniere's Disease And Was Wondering If A Daith Pierecing Would Help?
I'm booked to get both sides done in a few days. I have Meniere's with probably a component of Migraine Associated Vertigo (MAV). I live in Calgary - the barometric changes and Chinook winds seem to… read more