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Q: Migraines had stop for a while now they are back and worst then before

My migraines was under control for a while, when I was out of work back in 2009 due to not being able to afford my medicine I advantage came off of Topamax and I was doing ok, I had less migraines a month, so I really didn't have to worry about getting my meds refilled but for the last month, my migraines has increase again and the pain is worst this time. I'm so confused I don't know what to do, my doctor has put me back on Topamax and I have pain meds, I would really love to know why have they increase and the pain is worst. My doctor haven't order any test or anything at this point and I have missed about 5 days from work in the last month and being to urgent care once and to the ER. I really need some HELP

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Nancy Harris Bonk, Health Guide
6/25/11 7:47pm

Hi masonrw,

 

Migraine patterns can change over time and as we age. There may be more triggers you are encountering, your hormones may be changing, it could really be a number of things or a combination of things. I wish I could tell you why, but I'm afraid no one really can.

 

Have you tried keeping a Migraine diary? It is a great tool to use to find out what is and isn't triggering a Migraine attack, and what medications are and are not working when you have a Migraine. Here is a free version you can download and share with your doctor, try it for at least three months, you may be surprised!

Your Migraine and Headache Diary.

 

Good luck

Nancy

 

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By masonrw— Last Modified: 06/25/11, First Published: 06/20/11