Managing Migraine
How I’ve Learned to Navigate Migraine-Fueled Writer’s Block
During a migraine attack, it can be hard to focus on anything other than the pain. Here's how I deal with migraine-fueled writer's block.
January 27, 2022
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There is still so much we don't know about migraine, but research into the condition is constantly growing and evolving.
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Menstrual migraine is common, but each person's experience is unique. I experienced menstrual migraine attacks when I was younger but they have subsided as I've gotten older. Here's what I learned from hearing other people's stories about living with menstrual migraine.
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5 Things to Consider If Your Acute Migraine Medications Are Not Helping
It can be frustrating and painful when your acute migraine medications don’t ease your symptoms. Here are five questions to ask yourself, and your doctor, to help figure out why you aren’t getting relief.
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Menstrual Migraine: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatments
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I Tried Biofeedback for Migraine — Here’s What I Learned
Biofeedback is a therapeutic method for managing migraine that focuses on reducing stress by learning how to regulate the body's processes. While biofeedback may not work for everyone, it has been seen to help some people reduce the frequency and severity of their migraine attacks. Here's how biofeedback works and some of the ways to start trying it for yourself.
May 30, 2023
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What to Know If You Are Considering Botox for Migraine
Botox is a drug often used for cosmetic purposes and is FDA approved to treat chronic migraine. Here's what you need to know if you are considering Botox.
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5 Early Warning Signs of a Migraine Attack You Might Be Missing
Recognizing the symptoms of the prodrome stage of a migraine episode can help you start treating the attack earlier.
January 23, 2023
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Growing Up with Migraine: How My Attacks Have Changed Over the Years
Migraine symptoms and triggers can change over the years, this is why it is referred to as a "lifespan disorder." When I was a teenager, my migraine attacks were very different from what they are now.
December 30, 2022
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We Need to Talk About The Financial Challenges of Living with a Chronic Condition
Living with a chronic condition can be expensive. We need to do a better job of providing resources and support to those who need it. Here are some of the ways that living with a chronic condition or disability can be costly, as well as some tips for ways to get assistance.
January 20, 2023
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The Connection Between Migraine and Sugar Is Unclear. Here’s What I Learned About Cutting Out Sugar.
The connection between sugar and migraine is still largely unknown but some people have found that cutting out sugar has a positive impact on the frequency or intensity of migraine. Sugar intake may have a significant effect on your overall health, but the research into sugar's impact on migraine isn't well understood.
January 19, 2023
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6 Tips for Managing Migraine This Winter
Cold air, barometric changes, and holiday stress can all contribute to migraine attacks. These tips can help.
October 28, 2022
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What’s in My Travel Migraine Rescue Kit?
Preparing my kit allows me to care for my future self by making sure I’ll have everything I need — no matter where an attack strikes.
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5 Migraine Mistakes You May Still Be Making in 2022
It took me years of learning to finally get to a place where I feel confident managing my migraine symptoms.
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Barometric Pressure and Migraine: How I Cope with the Transition to Fall
I've found that barometric changes trigger my migraine attacks. These tips have helped me better navigate the changing seasons.
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Contemplative Practices Can Help When You Live with Chronic Pain
Pain has taught me a lot about who I am. My contemplative practice has been an important part of my journey into knowing myself.
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9 Tips for Making It Through Big Life Events If a Migraine Attack Strikes
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5 Questions to Ask Your Doctor at Your Next Migraine Appointment
Preparing for your appointment can help you make the most of your time with your doctor.
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How Self-Talk Can Help You Navigate a Migraine Attack
It’s important to remind yourself that while the pain may be intense, it’s something that you can overcome.
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What to Know About Sugar and Migraine This Holiday Season
Sugar can be a migraine trigger. As you gear up for holiday meals and festivities, here's what to keep in mind about sugar and migraine.
November 13, 2022
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How to Navigate the U.S. Healthcare System When You Live with a Chronic Condition
Dealing with the U.S. healthcare system when you have a chronic condition can feel impossible, but it’s easier when you know what to expect.
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How I Cope When Migraine Disrupts My Productivity
It can feel impossible to get things done when experiencing a migraine. But there are ways to minimize stress while taking care of yourself too.
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It’s Summer Migraine Season: Self-Advocacy Can Help You Beat the Heat
These 5 tips will help you put self-advocacy into action during the summer months.
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How Mobility Aids Have Affected My Experience Living with Chronic Illness
My cane and rollator walker have changed my life for the better by helping me experience life more fully.
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Preparing for Passover in the Context of Diet Culture and Migraine
Navigating diet culture while living with migraine has forced me to reassess how I think, and speak, about food.
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What You Need To Know About Migraine Cocktails
A migraine cocktail is a mix of medications designed to treat the symptoms of migraine attacks. This article explains what ingredients are typically used, how to make one, and potential side effects. Learn when to seek medical attention and the importance of consulting with your doctor before taking any medication.
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Are Ear Piercings for Migraine Effective?
Daith and tragus piercings have been discussed as possible therapies for migraine relief. Some individuals report that ear piercings have helped reduce the severity and frequency of their migraine attacks. However, there is limited on whether ear piercings can help relieve migraine symptoms. Here's what to know about ear piercings for migraine.
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Sleep Tips for People with Migraine
When migraine wrecks your sleep, healthy sleep habits can help you sleep better and stay asleep.
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How to Balance Chronic Pain with a Healthy Exercise Routine
While exercise may be beneficial for those with chronic pain, finding the right balance can be a challenge.
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My Migraine Attacks Stopped When I Quit Birth Control. What’s the Link?
Every month, the pain and nausea left me unable to function. I wondered: Is there a link between hormonal birth control and migraine?
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Tired? Decision Fatigue May Be to Blame
Decision fatigue is common in people with chronic conditions. Learn what it is and simple tips to manage it.
March 29, 2023
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9 Products to Make Life with Migraine a Little Easier
Chronic migraine patients have lifestyle and symptom management down to an art form. Here are nine products for easing everything from sensitivity to light, scent, and sound to nausea, restlessness, and pain.
February 17, 2021
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4 Facts About Cannabis and Migraine That Might Surprise You
While research is emerging, there’s still a lot to share about medical marijuana for migraine.
April 22, 2021
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When a Feeling of Impending Doom Signals an Oncoming Migraine Attack
If I could experience so many other symptoms aside from head pain, why couldn’t migraine cause a feeling of dread?
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How Symptom Tracking Can Help You Find Relief from Migraine
Symptom tracking can be a helpful tool to better understand and manage your migraine pain.
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Why You Should Track Your Medical Cannabis Use for Migraine — and How to Do It
Tracking your medical cannabis use over time is key to understanding what works, what doesn't, and if it's appropriate to keep in your migraine toolkit.
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7 Must-Have Items I Keep in My Migraine First Aid Kit
Having the right tools on hand can help you feel prepared for any migraine attack.
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How to Find the Right Migraine Doctor for You
There's a lot of value in finding a migraine doctor who gives you hope that you can manage migraine.
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Try These Simple Activities to Reduce Stress-Related Migraine Attacks
If stress is one of your migraine triggers, these accessible at-home activities may help you relieve stress and reduce the frequency of migraine attacks.
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An All-Seasons Guide to Managing Weather-Related Migraine Triggers
There are some things you can do so that shifts in the weather are less potent migraine triggers.
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10 Things I’ve Learned Through Navigating Chronic Migraine Alongside My Daughter
It's hard living with migraine and being a parent of a child with the same condition. Here's what I've learned navigating migraine alongside my daughter.
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7 Tips for Making Yourself as Comfortable as Possible During a Migraine Attack
During a migraine attack, sometimes the only thing you can do is make yourself as comfortable as possible while you ride out the neurological storm.
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I Tried a Migraine Elimination Diet and This Is What Happened
I never would have realized what foods were triggers for me without giving my brain the chance to calm down.
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5 Signs It’s Time to Find a New Migraine Doctor
It’s OK to move on if you aren't getting the care you need.
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The Lasting Effect of the Opioid Epidemic on People Living with Chronic Pain Conditions
The ripple effect of opioid overprescription and misuse has left some people living with chronic pain without adequate care and carrying the burden of stigma. Experts are looking for adequate alternative treatments, but there's a long way to go.
May 30, 2023
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5 Ways to Advocate for Yourself When Your Pain Is Dismissed
It can be hard to feel like your concerns about your pain aren’t being heard. Learn strategies for speaking up for yourself and getting the care you deserve.
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