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How Do Beverages With Caffeine Affect Your Migraine?

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Has Anyone Had A Daily Persistent Headache For 4 Yrs/10 Mos Every Day/any Day?

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June 29 Is Chronic Migraine Awareness Day! How Do You Stay Positive And Motivated With Chronic Migraines?

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“Ice Hats” & PT

A MyMigraineTeam Member asked a question 💭
Hopewell, PA

Good afternoon 😊. Has anyone tried an “ice hat” of sorts? It was just mentioned to me. Is it worth the purchase? Also, what about migraine PT? I just learned of this, too. I’m into the 10th year of a chronic migraine and it is unbearable… 😔. Thank you for potential FYI and have a great day ~ 🤗

A MyMigraineTeam Member

I just received mine a couple of days ago. I couldn’t get to sleep last night because of a migraine and the ice cap was ready.( You have to put in freezer for a few hours before using). It lessened… read more

March 14

Migraine And Dietetics

A MyMigraineTeam Member asked a question 💭
Memphis, TN

My New Neurologist Had Never Heard Of An Ocular Or Retinal Migraine. I Was Shocked!

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Lakin, KS
A MyMigraineTeam Member

I'm working with a pain specialist who is aware of nerves. She knows what they are, what they do, etc. and can help me on the level of pain with the severity of chronic migraines I have been having.

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March 24

Does Anyone Have Experience Taking Low-dose Neurontin For Migraine Prevention?

A MyMigraineTeam Member asked a question 💭
Los Angeles, CA

I took low-dose Neurontin (100 mg) at night for about 20 years for nerve pain not related to migraine. I had infrequent migraines before and during those years with neurontin
I stopped taking the Neurontin about three years ago
About a year after stopping the Neurontin, my migraines went from my having 1-4 short episodes a YEAR to having 5 to 15 of migraine days a MONTH. It’s now been 2-3 years of severe chronic migraines.
I read an article about Neurontin recently as a preventative for… read more

A MyMigraineTeam Member

Hi
I do use Nurtec if I feel a migraine coming on and it works sometimes
I use Zomig when the pain hits.
The problem is my increased frequency of various migraine symptoms with and without pain.
I… read more

March 9

Anyone Have Luck With Topical Essential Oils? If So, Which Ones?

A MyMigraineTeam Member asked a question 💭
Portland, ME
A MyMigraineTeam Member

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.

March 14

I Am Wondering, As Anyone Had Auras That Lasted More Than A Week? I’ve Had Auras For 10 Days After My Migraine

A MyMigraineTeam Member asked a question 💭
King if Prussia

Usually my auras are gone before my headache starts. But this time is not leaving for some reason. Anyone experienced this? Seeing my doctor on Monday.

A MyMigraineTeam Member

No. That must be awful. I used to get them every couple of months and started getting them every couple of weeks but they only last 20 minutes. I started taking Migrelief (Amazon), and after a couple… read more

March 8

Anyone Have Vestibular Migraine? I Was Diagnosed Last August.

A MyMigraineTeam Member asked a question 💭
Crawfordsville, IN

Amitriptilyne has been so helpful.

A MyMigraineTeam Member

I have been diagnosed with both Vestibular and Migraine with Brainstem aura

September 15

Wondering What Anyone’s Experience With Topamax Has Been? I’m So Nervous To Try It.

A MyMigraineTeam Member asked a question 💭
Danielson, CT
A MyMigraineTeam Member

Every person is different with medication. I have been taking this medication since 2019 for another health issue. My dosage is at 200 milligram a day twice a day but I have no side effects at all and… read more

March 24 (edited)

Does Anyone Get Migrains And Bad Tension Headaches From Occipital Neuropathy?

A MyMigraineTeam Member asked a question 💭
Fairborn, OH
A MyMigraineTeam Member

Yes. I have daily headaches- alternating migraine and tension like headaches. I started Migrelief in late December and it may be helping. It takes time to build up, so I’m not 100% sure but I’ve had 3… read more

March 8

Has Anyone Tried To Get Off All Migraine Meds Cold Turkey?

A MyMigraineTeam Member asked a question 💭

New resident doctor...which is a doctor in training...decided to not allow me to take 50 Mg of Sumitriptan daily, even though it's been working for a long time without affecting my heart or anything. My blood pressure is slightly elevated, but not in danger zone. I have been losing weight intentionally...packed some on during covid, but not in too bad of a shape. They seem to think they are rebounds...but everything rebounds your body, including anything with caffeine, sugar, and much more… read more

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