It’s called the silent killer. You may have it and not even know it. Researchers estimate that 1 in 3 adults in the United States have it and only about half of those people have it under control. This silent killer often has no symptoms. That’s what makes it so dangerous. For some people, though, […] Read More
Many of us have experienced a headache at some point during our life and can recognize the signs and symptoms with ease. But, how do you determine if you’re dealing with a headache or a migraine? How do you tell if you’re suffering from a migraine? The International Headache Society (IHS) publishes a classification guide that […] Read More
You need to know a hidden fact about your migraine. It’s something that is rarely discussed openly. It’s alarming. It’s heartbreaking. More than 20% of people that suffer from migraine have thought about suicide. Twenty percent! Moreover, more than half of your loved ones with migraine experienced depression according to the Migraine and Mental Health […] Read More
Take the Headache Impact Test (HIT-6™) This questionnaire was designed to help you describe and communicate the way you feel and what you cannot do because of headaches. It is a clinically validated tool used to determine how severe your headaches are and assess the impact they’re having on your life. After you complete […] Read More
One of the biggest treatment barriers that people with migraines face is cost. Medication for migraine has a reputation for being expensive and for having a number of unpleasant side effects. Because of these and other reasons, many people are turning to nutraceuticals to treat their migraines. A new migraine supplement, Axon Relief, combines several […] Read More
Many people are surprised to learn that there is more than one type of migraine. Typically, the throbbing, insistent pain that’s characteristic of most migraine events is what comes to mind. However, a relatively small portion of migraine sufferers – about one out of every 200 – will experience visual symptoms without headache. This is […] Read More
Medicare has been our nation’s health insurance program for seniors since 1965. According to the National Committee to Preserve Social Security and Medicare, it covers more than 56 million people in the United States, . This includes some people under 65 who are on Social Security disability income. But does Medicare cover migraine? Originally, Medicare […] Read More
Have you been keeping track of your migraines with a headache diary or app? You should be. Here’s why. When you visit a doctor or migraine specialist, one of the first questions they’ll ask is about patterns in your attacks. When do they occur? Have you noticed any potential triggers? Perhaps your migraines are related […] Read More
On our Instagram, a friend said, “I just had a migraine yesterday and I lost all the feeling in my right hand, my lower lip, and tongue. Scared me to death honestly.” Another said she just lost all her ability to speak as and lost feeling on the left side of her body. Is this a […] Read More
If you are like most migraine sufferers, an attack occurs once or twice a month. It is the awful. However, for some of you, this once or twice a month transforms into fifteen or more a month. You somehow are able to move forward despite the pain. You take medication to control the attacks and […] Read More
Why are you still up? Oh, that’s right. You have a blinding headache that won’t let you rest. A migraine at night is the worst, isn’t it? Don’t worry; you’re not alone. There’s millions of people out there that have the same problem you do, and all they want to do is a get some […] Read More
Light sensitivity or photophobia is known to cause discomfort and even migraine attacks. But did you know light sensitivity anxiety is also a problem for many who suffer from photophobia? If you suffer from anxiety related to light sensitivity, you’re not alone. As Jen writes, “I have lived my entire life with light sensitivity, otherwise […] Read More