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I Have Tried All Types Of Meds!!! Why Is Lorezepam 1mg The Only Med That Gives Me Relief Should I Keep Taking It?

A MyMigraineTeam Member asked a question 💭
Newtown Square, PA
A MyMigraineTeam Member

Thankyou For The Inspiring Answer!

September 18, 2022

Can Pressure On Top Of Your Head Be A Migraine?

A MyMigraineTeam Member asked a question 💭
Danville, IN

I've been having pressure right on top of my head. Sometimes with blurred vision, sometimes not. Sometimes it goes into a full blown headache. It's been happening a lot this past week and I just want to cry! I don't know if it's migraine or not. Does anyone else get this?

A MyMigraineTeam Member

Mine starts at left side back of head. Feels like someone hits me with bat, goes straight thru to my left eye. Then I get blurred vision. Dark time

October 6, 2022

Have You Been Diagnosed With Burning Mouth Syndrome

A MyMigraineTeam Member asked a question 💭
Baltimore, MD

I’ve been having a slight burning sensation on the roof of my mouth and sometimes in my throat. My tastebuds have changed and I’m more tired than usual. I diagnosed myself of course, but while researching the effects and causes of BMS I read that migraine suffers have an increased risk of contracting this disease.

A MyMigraineTeam Member

I haven’t been to the doctor yet but my symptoms fit. Yeah, my taste buds have changed but I can still taste foods. I took a Covid home test recently and it came up negative. People with migraines… read more

August 28, 2022

Has A Tracking Calendar Work For You? How Do You Use It?

A MyMigraineTeam Member asked a question 💭
Volcan, Panama

I'm thinking about using a tracking calendar, but I'm unsure what they want me to track.

Well, obviously the migraines...but how will it help?

Has anyone used one and found them helpful, and if so...what did you gain from it?

Thanks!

Have a beautiful day.

A MyMigraineTeam Member

I used an app on my phone. Migraine Buddy I think was the name of it. It allows for RX etc and note taking on the go in middle of migraines as well. You can share info with your doctors as well from… read more

February 8

Anyone Tried Using A Weighted Blanket For Sleep Or Pain??

A MyMigraineTeam Member asked a question 💭
Volcan, Panama

I just got an article in my inbox that spoke about using weighted blankets. I knew nothing about them.

Has anyone tried a weighted blanket to help with sleep or pain at night?

Here's a link to the article.

https://aginghealthytoday.com/2022/08/09/benefi...(Phone number can only be seen by MyMigraineTeam users)&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Benefits-Of-Sleeping-With-A-Weighted-Blanket

I'm off to research it. But I would love feedback if anyone has any!

Hugs all around

A MyMigraineTeam Member

Hi,
I did return it. And no problem!

December 13, 2022

What Do You Do When You Can't Sleep?

A MyMigraineTeam Member asked a question 💭
Volcan, Panama

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?

HELP!

Thank you!

A MyMigraineTeam Member

When you can't sleep, consider the following tips to improve your sleep quality:

- Maintain a Consistent Schedule: Go to bed and wake up at the same time every day
- Avoid Disruptions: Steer clear… read more

August 1

Anyone Hear Of Nerve Stimulator Torrent Migraine?

A MyMigraineTeam Member asked a question 💭
Amelia, OH

I have seen information about using nerve stimulater to treat resistant migraines. Has anyone else heard of this?

Carol

A MyMigraineTeam Member

There are several nerve-stimulating devices approved for migraine treatment:

- Cefaly: Works by exciting the supraorbital nerves, including the trigeminal nerve. It can be used daily for 20 minutes… read more

July 29

Has Anyone Quit Their Preventative Because It Took Forever To Get Refilled?

A MyMigraineTeam Member asked a question 💭
Vail, CO

I was taken off topomax 3 weeks ago when i got botox and was given samples of qulipta. Now its been a week without any medicine and i had my 2 migraines. But that is usual. I am sick of medicine and the side effects. Acid reflux and stomach aches. Anyone just listen to their bodies instead of the doctor?

A MyMigraineTeam Member

My Topamax was helping less and less. My neuro PA put me on Aimovig. My copay yesterday was $190 !! I’m retired with a fixed income with WAY too much spent on migraine supplements etc. My coverage is… read more

November 29, 2023

2 Questions Actually, That Make Migraine Pain Worse, How Do You Handle When You Can't Stop Crying And Same For Stress

A MyMigraineTeam Member asked a question 💭
Overland Park, KS

Sometimes I cry just because I am in so much pain even though crying makes the pain worse but I have to get it out it seems. Also I cry when family or friends are in trouble or hurt.
Same thing with stress, I have been able for the most part to keep it at bay for myself, but when my kids or other family or friends are in trouble or hurt, I don't know how to keep the stress and my anxiety disorder under control 🤔

A MyMigraineTeam Member

What factors can make migraine pain worse, and how can you handle stress and crying that might exacerbate it?

Factors That Can Worsen Migraine Pain
- Stress: Stress is a significant trigger for… read more

July 27

Nurtec Adverse Reactions;

A MyMigraineTeam Member asked a question 💭
Rio Rancho, NM

I tried nurtec instead of imitrex. I'm not sure if it was the nurtec or something else is going on, but has anyone had their gums in front swell and get sore? Or had a swollen salivary gland?
Thank you!
Bram.

A MyMigraineTeam Member

Here are the adverse reactions associated with Nurtec ODT (Rimegepant) for migraine:

- Common Side Effects:
- Nausea

- Serious Side Effects
- Hypersensitivity reactions, which can involve… read more

July 22
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