Saturday, May, 17, 2008

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My migraine

How do I explain my migraines to others?  They ask politely how I'm feeling.  They offer words of advice and sympathy.   "Migraine?" they say.  "When I have a 'headache' I just sleep it off."   Sleep...if only it would come.  "Maybe someday I'll be able to just sleep it off, too."   My migraine is so much... Read moreChevron

A conversation with my medications.

(Jenny opens the medicine drawer and stares in her migraine haze at the bottles waiting inside...) OK, medicines!  I'm feeling really rotten right now.  I've had a lot of pain for a long time, so I know I need one some of you meds to step up to the plate... OK guys, line up!  Let's put you in order of... Read moreChevron

"Normal" Life

Every so often, I have little glimpses of what life would be like without the interference of migraine disease.  My migraines are chronic now, with daily pain that usually ranges from a 3 to an 8 on any given day... BUT, lately, my nerve blocks have been giving me a week or so of pain-free time!  I get the injections every 8... Read moreChevron

Migraine and Parenthood--Not an Easy Combo

If I have severe migraine disease, can I be a good parent, too? I have two young kids who still need a lot of help and support.  I brush their teeth.  I give them a bath.  I help them with homework.  I make sure they are dressed neatly and well fed.  I read stories to them.  I love them and hug them and give... Read moreChevron

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