Three weeks ago, my daughter had her first Migraine attack lasting over 72 hours. Sarah doesn't get them often, only once or twice a year. Usually, over the counter (OTC) medications such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen take care the attack fairly quickly.
This Migraine seemed a bit... Read more
Earlier this month, Teri and I attended the American Headache Society's Headache Conference in Scottsdale, Arizona. Migraine and headache specialists, neurologists, general practitioners and dentists specializing in TMJ, took part in this educational opportunity. Migraines and headache disorders in children and adults were discussed at... Read more
I am in Scotsdale, Arizona at the beautiful Camelback Inn with Teri Robert for the 2008 American Headache Society's Headache Symposium. My trip here was fine, no major travel delay's or difficulties. One little snag though, a Migraine hit yesterday afternoon. I took Axert and thankfully was able to abort it.
On... Read more
Migraine disease, mentrual Migraines, and hysterectomy are typically some of our top conversations in our forum, and questions in Ask the Clinician and Ask a Question sections. There are many thoughts on how to manage menstrual Migraines, ranging from Migraine prevention plans, dietary supplements and lifestyle... Read more
Sometimes telling the difference between a Migraine attack and a headache can be difficult. Migraines can come on suddenly, or have clear cut cues that an impending attack is on the way. Headaches are different in a few ways. They may be slow and steady, or short and stabbing. Either way,... Read more