Information and opinions on health from icgrnis at HealthCentral.com. HealthCentral.com is one of the top health destinations on the Web, with more than 35 condition-specific, wellness and general health Web properties. http://www.healthcentral.com/profiles/c/17033/index http://www.healthcentral.com/profiles/c/17033/rss self application/xml en-us 15 120 19 http://www.healthcentral.com/images/hc_logo_sm.gif http://www.healthcentral.com/profiles/c/17033/index http://www.healthcentral.com/migraine/c/17033/39442/postheadache Wed, 03 Sep 2008 12:13:22 -0400 icgrnis I was wondering if I was imagining or actually having the "post" symptoms.  But after reading both articles,(which described me to a  "T").  I have trouble with memory, balance, and vision changes, not for the bettter.  While I can't be sure this is the migraine or good old genetics kicking in.  This last 4+ month bender, has really put me in a backslide.  Thank you for the relief I got after reading these articles. http://www.healthcentral.com/migraine/c/17033/39442/postheadache http://www.healthcentral.com/migraine/c/17033/28950/medicinal Mon, 26 May 2008 16:38:00 -0400 icgrnis   I have found over the years, through allergic reactions, urticaria, nausea and vomiting, dislocating jaws, passing out, and generally missing out on a good portion of my life.  Migraine meds and the doctors who prescribe them are not the, "know it alls", I was taught.  That said,  I have been working with a pain specialist and my physician here in Arizona.  We have come up with "compounding medicines".  These... http://www.healthcentral.com/migraine/c/17033/28950/medicinal http://www.healthcentral.com/migraine/c/17033/26112/symptoms-evolving Sat, 26 Apr 2008 15:28:19 -0400 icgrnis I've noticed through the years that not only is barometric pressure one of my triggers but wind is especially horrific for me.  The equinox, summer/winter also has me in a dither, a week or so prior/post I may be restless, energetic, short tempered, sleep quality affected.  Of course, I head for my room and hibernate.  I have also noticed during these episodes I will start rubbing my scalp (possibly decreased sensation,... http://www.healthcentral.com/migraine/c/17033/26112/symptoms-evolving http://www.healthcentral.com/migraine/c/17033/22598/treat-er-horrors Sun, 23 Mar 2008 14:33:00 -0400 icgrnis Happy Spring  to all, & may you be pain-free!Yesterday, home alone, I was very ill, went to the bathroom for the commode fest, started choking on emesis, couldn't get a breath/vaso-vagal, and loss consciousness for an unknown time. Woke up choking and still vomiting very forcefully!  When I looked in the mirror, there were tiny venoules & capillaries that had burst around my eyes,(petechiae).  My... http://www.healthcentral.com/migraine/c/17033/22598/treat-er-horrors http://www.healthcentral.com/migraine/c/17033/22018/nausea-aids Tue, 18 Mar 2008 18:00:00 -0400 icgrnis I have found not only peppermint works, but ginger chews.  Little gels that can be chewed or dissolved in hot water and drank can help the nausea.  I usually get them at a chinese market, inexpensive, but places like Trader Joes and other spots have them. http://www.healthcentral.com/migraine/c/17033/22018/nausea-aids http://www.healthcentral.com/migraine/c/17033/20981/trigger Sat, 01 Mar 2008 12:37:00 -0500 icgrnis One of my migraine triggers is lack of sleep or chronic interuptted sleep.  For the past 3 years our neighbors had a Scottish terrier, that was lonely and barked/yapped all the time.  They got him a companion, he taught him to bark/yap incessantly, at even a falling leaf, day or night.  Regardless of whether they are home or not.  They seem to ignore or don't hear them.  We are very rural and sound... http://www.healthcentral.com/migraine/c/17033/20981/trigger http://www.healthcentral.com/migraine/c/17033/20877/sunglass Wed, 27 Feb 2008 10:42:00 -0500 icgrnis   Hi All,I've found not only good sunglasses but I've taken it one step further, by putting a sleep mask inside the sunglasses which anchor it and can wrap around for better coverage.  I also carry ear plugs, and of course the ever present "barf baggie" for the inevitable "porcelain worship fest".  I carry these in my purse  and especially for use in the ER.  Since my husband drives and guides... http://www.healthcentral.com/migraine/c/17033/20877/sunglass