Welcome to the Migraine Meanderings blog where we share patient stories as well as information on migraine triggers, symptoms, disease management, treatment options, and much more! Learn more about life with migraine and discover the impact of the patient's voice.
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Migraine Myths: Migraine Only Lasts 4-72 Hours
Have you heard that migraine attacks only last between 4 and 72 hours? Many people believe this to be true, but unfortunately, it's a myth....
Migraine Comorbidities: Parkinson’s Disease
Migraine is comorbid with Parkinson’s Disease, a central nervous system disorder that affects movement. It is a progressive disease, where symptoms generally begin slowly and...
Migraine Comorbidities: PTSD
Did you know that research shows PTSD is comorbid with chronic migraine? In fact, people with migraine are 3 to 4 times more likely to...
Migraine: The Gift that Keeps on Giving
I often look at migraine as a gift that keeps on giving! Not to be overly fatalistic or negative, but truly, if you live with...
Migraine Comorbidities: Patent Foramen Ovale
So, you’ve been told that you have migraine disease! Some people are relieved to finally have a diagnosis while others have sudden fear and anxiety....
Journey On: My Journey Living with Vestibular Migraine
The Beginning Looking back now, my journey began 11 years ago on July 14, 2011. Little did I realize that my life would change forever...
My Experience with Ketamine Infusion at Jefferson Headache Center
Ketamine is a medication that is sometimes used off-label for migraine treatment, and headache specialists on the cutting edge of migraine treatment sometimes prescribe it...
Migraine Comorbidities: Back Pain
Along with migraine, do you experience back pain? Many people with migraine also have back, joint, shoulder, and neck pain. In fact, according to the...
Migraine Comorbidities: Autoimmune Diseases
How many chronic conditions do you have, including migraine? Many people with migraine also live with autoimmune diseases - some have multiple - this is...
Migraine Comorbidities: Insomnia
Does a lack of sleep trigger your migraine attacks? Do you have trouble sleeping? You are not alone if you answered “yes” to either of...
The Best Gifts for People with Migraine
If you are a last minute kind of person, are you still looking for that perfect gift this holiday season? Are you wondering which migraine-friendly...
Migraine Medications Explained
A mix of medications is an important part of the migraine treatment toolbox. And while a wide variety of medications are available to help you manage...