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Teri Robert

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posted 11/23/2009, comments (0)

Migraine Term of the Day: Scotoma

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 11/23/2009, comments (0)

Diagnosed with Cerebral Migrainal Infarctions - Documented in men?

Full Question: I'm a 37 year old MALE and everywhere I read I read of frequency of Migraines in women, but not so much in men. I've had Migraines since I was a child, I remember my mother massaging my temples. I've been in the ARMY almost 18 years now and have suffered 2 Ischemic Strokes, an Angina attack, and have been diagnosed with... Read more Chevron

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Living with migraines since age 11

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posted 11/17/2009, comments (4)

Going to the specialist!

Today I am off to The New England Center for Headache! I am so excited to move forward in my treatment I just thought I'd share my enthusiasm with everyone! Its been two months now in this cycle of constant headaches so this trip should be the start of some relief for me! Best wishes to everyone!

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posted 11/11/2009, comments (5)

Those of Us with Migraine - What Are We?

What is a Migraine? I don't mean what causes it. I mean what type of thing is it? And by the way, what should we call someone with Migraine? And what should we not call that person? Recently I've been thinking about what we call things. Is Migraine an illness, a condition, a disease, or a disorder? All of... Read more Chevron

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Migraine Queen

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age 66, daily rebound migraines for 41 yrs, using migergot now

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posted 11/02/2009, comment (1)

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Any longtime migraine sufferers out there who managed to get off ergotomines after years of use? I know, bite the bullet, but it's so painful. Lyrica once worked for a month, no headaches at all, but they returned. My self-diagnosis after 41 years of daily episodes is "rebound headaches." Any suggestions appreciated.

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