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Teri Robert

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posted 10/01/2008, comments (26)

Celebrating Gretchen

I first met Gretchen eight years ago while writing about Migraines and moderating a forum on another site. It didn't take long to know that I genuinely liked and respected her, nor did it take long to come to love her. A couple of days ago, I received a message from Gretchen's husband, Mike. It was not good news. On September 22, Gretchen... Read more Chevron

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posted 10/01/2008, comments (2)

More than "just migraine?"

Migraine is "supposed" to be one of those annoying illnesses. You know the type: You're not going to die from it. No one can do a "real" diagnostic test to prove the disease. It causes pain every once in a while, but most people don't think it does any "real" damage. Lie down. Turn off the lights. ... Read more Chevron

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posted 10/01/2008, comments (2)

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Recently got a Rx for the new med imitrex/naproxen combo. Worked ok-once my husband got the tablet out of the container! Not sure who the genius behind the chinese puzzle box container was-but they obviously don't suffer from migraines! I was in tears trying to get to my medication! If you fill this script-seriously... Read more Chevron

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posted 09/30/2008, comments (2)

Finally, maybe

I logged on the other day and read a post about nerve decompression surgery. I was interested so I started researching on my own. It was like a light bulb came on. I already have an appointment with my headache specialist next week - and when I asked, I found out that they give nerve block injections. I'm so excited. I'm actually excited... Read more Chevron

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posted 09/30/2008, comments (0)

Medications to help with depression?

Full Question: The depression that seems to go along with the migraines is sometimes just as debilitating as the migraines themselves. Are there medications I should ask my neurologist about that can help this? Are there certain antidepressants to avoid? Karen. Answer: Dear Karen; I'm not sure if you're... Read more Chevron

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