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Winter Holiday GuideEnjoying the Holidays Despite Migraines and Headaches --> Info for you...

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AliKat
posted 11/11/2007, comments (20)

Is there any type of birth control for migraine sufferers?

I am 23 years old.  I went to my ob/gyn for birth control only to be denied because I have migraines.  The only option she would give me is an IUD.  Frankly, I would love to have birth control that does not require an operation. Is there any birth control available to migraine sufferers other than barrier methods?
Aileen Putnam

Aileen Putnam

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posted 10/26/2007, comment (1)

Finally getting there

So I am now well on my way to getting the right treatment. I met my new pcp today who actually cares and understands as she is a migraine sufferer herself. She offered to refill my meds until i can get in to see the neurologist she recommended to me. I should get a call next week letting me know when I have my first appt. I am very excited that I... Read moreChevron
Lightwriter
posted 08/03/2007, comment (1)

Visual Woes

I have had migraines for years and have gone through various treatments in the past,none working but so well.  Ended up on Zoloft and Imitrix for years.  New neuro (other retired) wanted to try Topamax.  First month...memory problems some.  Second month...extensive blurring of vision.  This came on suddenly and was very... Read moreChevron
Debbie
posted 07/17/2007, comments (16)

The Jefferson Hospital-Dr. Young

I just wanted to let everyone know about the inpatient stay at the Jefferson Hospital, Dr. Young, and his team.My inpatient stay was not that long since I was not in MOH, or Rebound. I went in on a Monday and came out on a Thursday.  The first thing I would like to say is that Dr. Young and his staff are the best to work with.  The... Read moreChevron
Marlene
posted 07/03/2007, comment (1)

Living with compicated migraine

My headache started Jan. 2007 and lasted until my neurolagist made the diagnosis of migraine with complications and started a beta blocker which was stopped a couple of months into taking it I was so light headed and my blood pressure dropped drastically.  Waited 4 months for an appt with specialist at University of... Read moreChevron
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This animation shows one of the key causes of pain during a migraine--changes to the blood flow within the brain.

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