Comorbidities
Depression And Anxiety During Migraine Attacks
Do you experience depression or anxiety symptoms during migraine attacks? There are 4 phases of a migraine attack, and our members have shared that they can feel depressed or anxious during the different phases. Migraine and depression are comorbid conditions, meaning they often exist together. However, the pain, isolation, and unpredictability that go along with…
Read MoreUnderstanding Migraine: The Gut-Brain Connection
Have you ever wondered about the gut-brain connection in migraine? Why do attacks often cause nausea or even vomiting? What does it mean to have “gastroparesis” during an attack, and why is that important to me? Does this impact trying to figure out the best way(s) to get my migraine attacks under control? And… is…
Read MoreMigraine, Gastroparesis, And The Brain-Gut Axis
Have you ever wondered about how your brain and gut interact during migraine attacks? Why do attacks often cause nausea or even vomiting? What does it mean to have “gastroparesis” during an attack? Why is that important to me? Does this impact trying to figure out the best way(s) to get my migraine attacks under…
Read MoreMy Experience With Acupuncture for Migraine Relief
As a long-time migraine patient, I recently decided to give acupuncture a try. Acupuncture is an ancient practice of traditional Chinese medicine. It’s used to treat various ailments and conditions, and some studies show it can have many benefits for alleviating migraine and its related symptoms (you can read more about acupuncture and how it…
Read MoreMy Experience With Daith Piercing For Migraine
Recently, my teenage daughter and I (we both live with migraine) decided to give the daith piercing a shot. Or rather, she convinced me that I was cool enough to get the piercing so that I would go along with her plan! A few weeks ago, I wrote about daith piercing as an unconventional remedy…
Read MoreIs It a Sinus Headache or a Migraine?
Have you ever had a sinus infection that turns into a migraine attack? If so, you’re not alone in this. Pain caused by the sinuses and migraine attacks can have very similar symptoms, so much so that it can be hard to know which type of pain you are experiencing. However, identifying the kind of…
Read MoreMigraine and the Brain-Gut Connection: Learn More, Expect More!
Have you ever wondered about the gut-brain connection in migraine? Why do attacks often cause nausea or even vomiting? What does it mean to have “gastroparesis” during an attack? Does this impact finding out the best way(s) to get my migraine attacks under control? And… is it even possible to do that?! In this blog,…
Read MoreDaith Piercing for Migraine Relief
Daith piercing is an unconventional remedy for migraine relief, and it is gaining a lot of social media attention. The piercing, which involves puncturing the innermost cartilage fold of the ear, known as the helix crus, has been associated with potential health benefits, including the possible alleviation of migraine symptoms. The procedure is typically carried…
Read MoreMigraine Treatments: Acupuncture for Migraine Relief
Have you ever wondered about acupuncture? Maybe you see it as a covered benefit in your health insurance, or know a friend or colleague who has tried it, but you’re not sure if it is something for you to try? Today, we will explore this ancient practice of traditional Chinese medicine, which has been used…
Read MoreMigraine Comorbidities: Cardiovascular Disorders And The Migraine Connection PART 1
The comorbid connection between migraine and cardiovascular disorders has been established for many decades. For example, we know that people who experience migraine with aura are about twice as likely to have an ischemic stroke,[1] and many people with migraine experience palpitations and other cardiovascular symptoms, especially during attacks. To complicate matters, some types of migraine (e.g. hemiplegic) have similar symptoms to a stroke, such as disorientation, vision changes, vertigo, and speech changes.
Read MoreMigraine Comorbidities: Heart Health and Women With Migraine PART 2
The comorbid connection between migraine and cardiovascular disorders has been established for many decades. For example, we know that people who experience migraine with aura are about twice as likely to have an ischemic stroke,[1] and many people with migraine experience palpitations and other cardiovascular symptoms, especially during attacks. To complicate matters, some types of migraine (e.g. hemiplegic) have similar symptoms to a stroke, such as disorientation, vision changes, vertigo, and speech changes.
Read MoreCold Weather and Migraine
As winter settles in, extreme cold and snowy conditions have arrived. If you are sensitive to weather changes, you may notice an increase in migraine attacks and migraine-related symptoms during these colder months. We may not be able to control the weather, but there are steps we can take to manage attacks that come this…
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