migrains!!!

Cynthia - posted on 05/07/2011

wow botox injections, really? i wonder how that works? i think its awesome that you found something that works it just seems strange. it amazing that someone realized that it was helpfull not just cosmetic. definitely interesting!

Shannintipton - posted on 05/06/2011

@ Joanna, I get migraines often too. (Along with everything else) My neurologist recommended botox injections. It really works. Every three months. I had to go threw hoops to get it approved but well worth it. Also not cosmetic strength so it doesnt make you look any younger. darn it. Just a thought {:+)

Firebird - posted on 05/06/2011

I use Imitrex for my migraines, 9 times out of 10 it works for me. I also go to a chiropractor and massage therapist when I can afford it which really helps since mine are caused by physical problems. My doctor also wants me to take something to prevent them since I get several every week, but what he wants to give me is addicting, and that's not cool with me. Try to avoid light and noise. Chocolate and cheese are common triggers, magnesium can help reduce frequency and severity. A cold compress might provide minor relief depending on severity.

Amie - posted on 05/06/2011

Oh bless your heart! I have migraines as well and wow are they a pain. I have tried topomax and imitrex, but honestly excedrin migraine works wonderfully for me with no side effects as long as I take it the first moment I feel one coming on. They are a pain and I hope you find something that works...also, don't you hate it when people just have a bad headache and say they have a migraine?? Bugs me to no end!! :)

Shannintipton - posted on 05/06/2011

What a relief. Good luck. {:+)

Cynthia - posted on 05/06/2011

Shannin thanks for your consern but i want you to know that i did go to the dr. my 1st migrain put me in the er. they took care of me as an emergancy only and i have an appomient with a neurologist on tuesday. but that just wasnt soon enough for me so i want to vent a little. it took a long time to get in the dr office. almost 4 weeks, and in that time i've had 2 more migrains but except for going back to the er or my family doc. i will just have to wait.

Shannintipton - posted on 05/06/2011

Cynthia, Please go to the doctor. If you have never had a headache like this before there could be something wrong. And if not, nobody has ever died of embarassment. Good luck {:+)

Jenn - posted on 05/06/2011

Feverfew. Seriously, it is what my husband uses and it saves his life each migraine season!

Feverfew (Tanacetum parthenium ), a member of the sunflower family, has been used for centuries in European folk medicine as a remedy for headaches, arthritis, and fevers. The term feverfew is adapted from the Latin word febrifugia or "fever reducer."

Feverfew is also used to treat menstrual irregularities, labor difficulties, skin conditions, stomach aches, and asthma.

Feverfew products usually consist of dried feverfew leaves, but all parts of the plant that grow above ground may also be used for medicinal purposes. The migraine-relieving activity of feverfew is believed to be due to parthenolide, an active compound that helps relieve smooth muscle spasms. In particular, it helps prevent the constriction of blood vessels in the brain (one of the leading causes of migraine headaches). Parthenolide also inhibits the actions of compounds that cause inflammation and may inhibit cancer cell growth.

The only one we use is Nature's Sunshine. Pure ground feverfew leaves in a capsule. They key is, you have to get this in your system...it must be in your blood stream at least a week to start effectiveness. BC Powder works for the onset of a migraine, it is nasty powder but immediately dissolves and begins to work. Ice packs on the migraine location, low lights, LOTS of water. They suck, I know!

Katherine - posted on 05/06/2011

I have migraines to and I'm on preventative medications because I get them so badly. Tylenol doesn't do it or anything for that matter once they already start. I used to throw up violently and have to stay in a darkened room for almost a day. Now I'm on Topomax and that helps a lot. You need to go see a neurologist.

Tshegofatso - posted on 05/06/2011

I suffer from migraines, thee is no pain like a migraine attacke. The last serious attack i got was three years ago i ended up in hospital for a week, one side of my face was swollen. I was put in a private room with no noise and no light. 2 years ago when i fell pregnant my doctor was scared because i had to stop the medication, but God is good, for the whole nine months i had no attack. i got one the day i was in labour and getting epidural shots, but the doctor quickly gave me some injection and it stopped immediately. After that i would get minor ones while breastfeeding and it was very difficult to take medication. These days i do get headaches, but not a migraine attack. Ever since the baby really, its been alot better, my son will be 2 in July. You need to eat right, stay away from caffeine, things like coke, red wine, chocolate, and dairy products. i'ts a terrible disease, but i feel i have it under control now. Good luck and all the best.