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lucyinthesky

lucyinthesky

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posted 10/17/2007, comments (15)

Co-Workers and Migraine

I'm not asking for faux pity or forced sympathy from my co-workers when I express that I am currently suffering from a migraine.  I'm simply asking for understanding.   I can't help the fact that I have no vacation/sick days left from past migraines, which is why I'm forced to be here today.  I can't help... Read moreChevron
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Ask the Clinician

Ask the Clinician

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posted 10/08/2007, comments (0)

10/8/07 #6 - Clinical link between PFOs and migraines?

Full Question:Is there a clinical link between PFOs and migraines? Should I be asking my physician for a bubble test? Thanks, Suzanne.   Answer:  Dear Suzanne; Good questions! At this point, the best answer we can offer to whether there's a clinical link between PFOs and Migraine is possibly. There are clinical... Read moreChevron
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Teri Robert

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Author of "Living Well with Migraine Disease and Headaches"
posted 10/04/2007, comments (2)

Migraine Preventive Medications - Too Many Options To Give Up!

For those of us with frequent headaches or Migraine attacks, preventive medications are often a good option, yet people often say that they've "tried everything" for prevention, and nothing has worked. Do I have good news for you! There are now over 100 medications and virtually endless combinations of them that can be used... Read moreChevron
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Teri Robert

Teri Robert

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Author of "Living Well with Migraine Disease and Headaches"
posted 10/04/2007, comments (3)

PFO and Migraine - "Hole in the Heart" and Migraine?

One of the biggest topics of discussion amongst Migraineurs today is that of PFO, "the hole in the heart" that may contribute to Migraines. Migraineurs are asking their doctors to test them to see if they have this condition. Many of those who do want to have the hole repaired -- immediately. However, questions remain and the... Read moreChevron
Leeloo
posted 09/22/2007, comments (0)

The Beginning of the End?

Who isn't instantly hopeful when they hear of the migraine/PFO link? We run to our doctors, demanding tests. You either have it, or you don't...And if you do, you're forced to reconsider many personal positions on yourself with your migraines.  It's been a long year, punctuated by visits to my specialist and drug changes,... Read moreChevron
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