Over the past two weeks, I've had much fewer headaches than usual. The difference? I cut way back in the number of painkillers I was taking. After I read all the recent stuff on MOH (Medication Overuse Headaches), I realized that I was definitely using those meds more than three times a week. So, many of my headaches... Read more
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dianacwolf on Migraine
Friday, February 08 2008
Well, every year I give up something for Lent. But, I must admit I'm a bit selfish about it. I always pick something that I think will be beneficial for me in battling my migraines and fibromyalgia, while also being extremely challenging. Two years ago, I gave up chocolate, thinking this could be a migraine trigger.... Read more
Hi. I was just reading the postings regarding Topamax, and I wanted to share my own experiences. I've been on (and off) Topamax for several years. I've had migraines for 20 years, starting when I was 18. I get combination migraine/muscle-tension headaches, with extreme sensivity to sound. I was diagnosed with... Read more
I have migraines related to FMS. I'm 38 now, and started getting chronic daily headaches at age 18. Over the past year, I've made a lot of changes that have allowed me to get off my migraine medications. I completely changed my diet, getting really strict about what I eat, and I've... Read more
