By Robert (Guest Writer) - Dear Dr ______, I owe you a short note. I’m about to call a spade, a spade. I’ve been left in an anxiety dither for these months since I saw you in October. That’s why I haven’t followed up with anything. I was VA-stunned by deja vu when you asked … Continue reading A Veteran’s Story of PTSD & Headache
By John Martinez in association with Axon Relief (Guest Post) - If you’re active in the migraine community, you may be noticing that CBD oil is starting to pick up steam as a possible treatment for migraine headaches. However, are the floods of positive anecdotal evidence backed by scientific data? The short answer is: not … Continue reading CBD Oil for Migraineurs?
By Winslow -With the rising prices of pharmaceutical medications, a great deal of people are searching for more natural solutions to treat their migraines. Below is a list of herbs thought to be beneficial in the treatment of migraine headaches. *Disclaimer: This list is not to be used to diagnose, treat or manage any condition. … Continue reading 5 Herbs That May Treat Migraine
By Jeannette & Jorie - Every year in February, advocates for migraine and headache disease come together in Washington, DC for an event known as Headache on the Hill. HOH is organized by The Alliance for Headache Disorders Advocacy (AHDA), and has been running now for 12 years. During HOH, advocates of all kinds -- … Continue reading Voices from the Hill
By Heidi (Guest Writer) - How long would you say you look at computer screens per day? How about the TV? Your phone? Did you know that artificial blue light can damage your eyes with long exposures? Living with a chronic illness can be very isolating and many of us reconnect with the outside world … Continue reading How Blue Light can Affect People with Chronic Illness
By Wanda - Lets start at the beginning with the definition of “research”: 1. Noun - the systematic investigation into and study of materials and sources in order to establish facts and reach new conclusions 2. Verb - investigate systematically Remember doing research papers in school? In order to become our own best advocate, we … Continue reading Migraine & Headache Disease Research
By Jennifer - How Weather Impacts My MigrainesI have changed my diet to avoid nitrates, MSG, chocolate and certain cheeses that trigger my migraines. I have tried to learn new ways to handle stress. Of course, I take my medications just like I am supposed to and I follow my doctors instructions to the best … Continue reading The Connection Between Weather & Migraines
By Greg (Guest Writer from Theraspecs) - Light sensitivity may as well be “Exhibit A” for why migraine is so much more than a headache. It is the second most commonly reported symptom after head-related pain and may affect as many as 90% of people with the condition. And let’s be honest: it can turn … Continue reading Light Sensitivity: A Real Pain for Migraine & Headache Disorders
By Sarina - Awareness is desperately needed for both headache disorders and chronic migraine. Both of these conditions are incredibly misunderstood by medical professionals as well as by your average Joe on the street. People who suffer from headache disorders and chronic migraine simply get told to “take some Tylenol and drink water,” as if … Continue reading 5 Easy Ways to Raise Awareness
By Jason (Guest Writer) - Males are the migraine minority. Women are 3x more likely to have migraines than men. Being a male with migraine, let me share a bit of my experience with migraines. First, let’s understand the numbers. Only 6% of American men suffer with migraines. Where 18% of American women suffer with … Continue reading Living the Minority: Life as a Man with Migraine
