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Teri Robert

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posted 11/08/2009, comments (0)

Migraine Term of the Day: Aura

When we're looking at Migraine and headache information, whether it's from our doctor, a book, or an online article, we sometimes come across medical terms that can be confusing. Sometimes, it's easy enough to substitute another word or a short phrase for the medical term. At other times, substituting just doesn't convey quite the same ... Read more Chevron

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posted 10/21/2009, comments (2)

Migraine with constant visual disturbances for 2.5 months

I have been suffering from visual disturbances constantly for 2.5 months. I have a constant flickering light and flashes in my right eye as well as a blind spot. When I say constant, I truly mean it has never stopped. I have seen Ophthalmologist, Ophthalmologic Neurologists, Neurologists, and a large neurology team during an inpatient hospital... Read more Chevron

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I live with disabling migraines every day.

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posted 06/20/2009, comments (13)

We Need More Research And Public Awareness Please.

My name is Patrice. I have been living with migraines for the better part of my life. During that time I have been to many doctors, psychologists, neurologists and psychiatrists because it seems to me doctors like to experiment with you and meds. I have been on every med known to mankind for what they thought would help... Read more Chevron

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posted 05/21/2009, comments (7)

Over a year now...It feels like my life is over at 16!

Hi! I'm a 16 year old female, that has suffered from this headache for over a year now. Some days (like today) it's almost intolerable. I suffer from aura, that alternates between flashing shapes and colours, to blurring, to full loss of sight. I'm currently taking 80mg propanolol per day, and have had an MRI and CT scan both of which... Read more Chevron

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salsachica82

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I have had the worst migraines since before I was in 6th grade.

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posted 04/17/2009, comments (5)

I have hole in my heart! Causing migraines ???

I just found out I have a hole in my heart. It may be contributing to my constant migraines, and it may explain why good medicines don't always work for me. I hope more reseach is being conducted - ASD or PFO and Migraines... Closing the gap to stop the cycle of Migraines. I'll participate!!! I am already about to have more scans done, and... Read more Chevron

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