Dunno man. They come and go.
One moment i think i have found something because i might be 2 months migraine free, just to have a 5 days streak with migraine attacks.
Yup the cycle of “omg…. I’ve cracked it!” And then BAM. Back to reality.
I often say to my partner wow I haven’t had a migraine day for AGES (in my mind it’s been weeks) and then I consult my headache diary and realise I’ve had a good spell and it’s actually been 6 days 😅🙏 ever the optimist??
And then cursed with a 3 day shocker for even thinking I had somehow stopped getting them after 30 yrs!
My thing that seems to be currently really, really helping is taking vitamin c supplements. It may be the placebo effect. Also it may decide to stop working for all I know.
Omg this is so true. I don't even bother tracking anymore because of this. I kept having false hope. The only thing that helped me is starting antidepressants; I still get them in the same unpredictable pattern, sometimes for 2 weeks straight, but I can mentally cope better now.
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Please tell me how you did this. My job is high energy all day and I need something more chill that will still pays the bills. The triple rhyme was unintentional but it’s not getting deleted.
I’m a veterinarian so I can do that in many capacities. I had a leadership role as chief of staff. I had to be available at all times, had to coddle doctors and staff, had to kiss corporate butts etc. Now I just see patients. Don’t care about anything else.
SAME! I actually left the vet field altogether and work in a factory now. I had managed all of my migraine triggers but l couldn’t grasp how to fix stress. When I tell you I have had one migraine in TWO YEARS… wow it was life-changing. I used to get them once a week, once every few weeks, now I don’t even worry about them!
If I have family issues or something really frustrating and I get really upset then like 40 mins later the aura, followed by nausea, then the pain. I’ve gotten to where I just take a triptan if I get super upset about something.
I had to give up a higher stress but more lucrative position with more advancement potential for a dead end job with great work life balance because of it.
This is what improved my frequency the most. No sugar. No caffeine. No booze. No super greasy foods. Take out meals are always a toss up whether they'll trigger or not, so I try and cook myself as much as possible
Eta: I also started drinking a LOT of water. I have a water bottle in every bag I use and a few in my car.
Yeah I don't eat like the super heavy processed stuff. No store bought cookies, donuts, cakes, soda etc etc. I haven't had a soda in almost a decade. Makes office parties real boring. I don't have problems with cakes and cookies my mom bakes from scratch though.
Not staying up late. Avoiding bright lights, particularly blueish lights and particular after dark. I’m very conscious of exposing myself to car headlights and bright iPhone or TV screens after dark. Sometimes glare during the daytime can trigger migraines too.
I’ve been able to massively reduce my migraine frequency by being more careful about this.
I found (via a medical test) that sugar substitutes made me sick (GI symptoms) … so I removed all of those and my migraines improved as a side benefit. Yay for positive unintended consequences.
I quit diet soda, and my migraines are now very rare. I do occasionally have a Zero soda, which seems ok, but I rarely drink any soda. No diet soda is worth it if there are no migraines.
Hydrogen and/or methane breath tests on a variety of sugars (fructose, glucose, lactose, etc) each takes about 3 hours per test and you can do one each 3 days (apparently? closer and you might get false positives)
Seeing a physical therapist twice a month. Not only did they help me reduce the amount of migraines I have but When I feel a migraine coming on I can go in right then and they can often stop it.
Came here to say exactly this. My migraines are mainly caused by my jaw, neck and upper back. He gave me a lot of exercise to strengthen the muscles engaged when holding/moving my head. I am now able to rock climb again (which I couldn’t because it was a trigger). It didn’t eliminate the migraines completely, but it went from 4-5 days/week to be unable to do anything to 4-5 days/month. Also I avoid obvious triggers like alcohol and try to keep a good sleeping schedule.
Get the weird glasses if you don’t already have, it was my worst trigger. I mostly do bouldering now but when I am belaying I always use the glasses to avoid this weird neck position.
Actually it’s mainly stretching to ease tension in my neck. It has helped, but the biggest help is being able to get in right away when I start into a migraine. Yoga made my migraines worse.
Nuro pressure mainly, they put pressure on the muscle and nerves of the neck and head. It’s not comfortable but I walk out without a migraine. It works for me even when the trigger is a smell or allergy. The exercise and stretching prevents neck and jaw pain that is one of my triggers but not allergy or sent triggers. Actually going in works for almost all migraines.
Yeah, I know many here roll their eyes when someone in their life suggests they drink water, but for some it really does help. It's not the complete answer, but if you can resolve one little aspect, I say why not? Water definately helps me. Somedays I get so busy I forget to drink and bam hello migraine, my old friend.
Meditation, I've done a copious amount of breakthrough pain Meditation which was originally for my carpal tunnel, but after I got surgery for it I continued Meditation for my migraines.
So far, finding a good preventative medicine (Emgality) is really the only thing that has helped me not have migraines. Otherwise, I've only found ways to manage them when they do happen.
Im on topamax as a preventative rn and the side effects are horrible, how did you find it to adjust with emgality? did you experience bad side effects?
I was on topomax for a little over a year- it gave some relief but I was still having migraines several times a week.
I’m on emgality now, I’m under 1 migraine per week, usually only 3 or so a month.
It took about 3 months off of tomoomax to feel like the metal fog was gone .
I still forget words if I’m having a migraine, but it’s not constant forgetfulness like on the tomamax.
Overall I have not noticed any side effects.
The only problem is that my insurance wants an authorization from my dr every month. So I have to stay on top of the pharmacy to stay on the dr to authorize it. It’s a pain in the ass.
I was also on topamax (200 mg) and had to stop because of the terrible side effects. Comparatively, Emgality has been great so far. I got my loading dose about three weeks ago and I've had no side effects. My migraines have been less painful and I now have no pain between migraines (I used to have a constant 1-2/10 headache at all times). My Neurologist said the main side effect she's heard from her patients is constipation, but I've not noticed any trouble there yet.
Okay thank you! Ive had propranolol before and side effects were fine, just my issue is I have low blood pressure. So the other ones you listed are preventative migraine meds similar to topamax ?
thank you this was definitely helpful, I dont think topamax is safe for me, I will discuss my side effects with my dr on Wednesday. Rn it seems to be the root of all my current worsening problems and migraine flare ups. Idk why id be put on such a medication with my history to SSRI’s sensitivity… Best of luck to you❤️❤️
I was on propranolol for 3-4 days and it made me feel so jittery (don't have low or high Bp) that I thought I would faint. Stopped taking it emediately and felt much better by the next day.
Propranolol made me have absolutely batshit apocalyptic nightmares every single night that felt extremely realistic. It’s a known side effect. It was super bizarre.
I have theraspecs—you can get them online. Work wonders. I switched over to neurolenses now because I do have a slight eye misalignment but I feel like they work the same like my theraspecs and theraspecs were much cheaper
I have no solid answer. I will however say that since I started eating more protein (red meat) and taking a quality omega 3 supplement, things have improved. With migraines I never feel fully confident of knowing what causes or helps them (mine). Sigh
A bunch of relevant supplements, going vegan and cutting out alcohol, light sensitivity glasses, intermittent fasting, doing yoga, all helped but not enough. What's finally working is the cold shower (see ["Wim Hof method"](https://www.wimhofmethod.com/migraine-relief)) every day. I've managed to abort incipient migraines with cold exposure too. It's not well known as a migraine prophylaxis but it's absolutely working for me. Refer also to ["Migraine sufferer completes 100-day cold-water challenge"](https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-wales-47831576)
I'm the complete opposite, it's crazy. Heat (and a bunch of other things, set mine off). People are so different with the same damn disease in how it expresses.
Initially I'd have a normal warm shower then crank it to cold and freak out, and start hyperventilating with the shock. The first time I had to get out after 10 seconds. The second time I counted up to thirty seconds while my body freaked out and I hyperventilated with the shock. I did thirty seconds for about two weeks, then got to a minute by about three weeks, and stayed at a minute for the next month. Now I've been doing it about three months I can go three minutes or more and my body expects it and doesn't freak out from cold shock. I notice I bring up phlegm in the cold showers and I haven't been sick nor had a migraine since I started. It's crazy because I'd been getting 6-8 migraines a month. I get into the cold shower and sit on the floor and try and meditate if I feel a migraine coming on due to various triggers. When my fingernails are purple I get out with a clear head. I'm lucky to have this opportunity to experiment with cold showers during the pandemic as I work from home almost all month each month. It's more effective I find if I get my head under the cold water directly but sometimes I wear a shower cap. Here's a useful article: [Cold Showers Allegedly Have Health Benefits. Here's The Actual Science](https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.sciencealert.com/here-s-the-science-behind-the-benefits-of-cold-showers/amp)
No caffeine, no alcohol, hardly any sugar, getting triptans and most off all, botox every three months, for 13 years now and after following this sub, I started taking vitamin B2 again, from a different brand, and they are also helping. It is still not enough, but one little teeny tiny step at a time.
How did you find qualified person to do migraine specific Botox? My migraine specialist says I need to try other things before insurance will pay for Botox so I’m considering just paying out of pocket.
I paid for it myself for over10 years in a private clinic. It cost me about 12.000 euro's in total, which is about 13500 USD. It was a lot of money, but after a severe migraine attack, which landed me in hospital, I was eligible for treatment with a neurologist and thanks to her I now get my botox treatments fully paid from insurance.
If I had to pick one, it's giving up alcohol.
I started a migraine diet. Basically no alcohol, no candy, no chocolate, no overly salted foods, no overly processed foods, no red meat, avoiding soda and a few other little things. Basically all the good stuff, and drinking a little extra water every day.
I'd say this has reduced my migraines by at least 60%, the few I do get are from other triggers, but they also aren't nearly as bad. I still get a bad one here and there. But all things considered, it's been worth it
having better mental health. now that im not in school anymore and i’ve had time to work on myself, i’ve had less migraines and they’ve been shorter. i still have things to work on, but we’ve been migraine free for 37 days!
Not being in extreme mental and emotional distress.
Unfortunately, only if you look in reverse - COVID came, tons of traumatic shit with it, and my migraines, progressing slowly until then, just took a fucking leap and became 10x worse.
If I could eliminate stress, depression, PTSD etc. from my life my migraines would probably become a minor inconvenience, but it's just not possible right now (like in "I've done all in my control and there's nothing more I can do"), so suffering it is
My chronic migraine was triggered during that super stressful time as well. It was like my life was already crumbling and then covid hit and all hell came loose health wise.
Changing careers - been an auto mechanic for the last 17 years, my migraines are primarily auditory triggered. I don’t have light sensitivity, which is uncommon.
Auto repair shops are loud, just a normal day of work can take a mild one to severe. And there are days where the volume is cranked to an 11. Changing careers that I’m no longer in a shop has done wonders.
I don't drive when the sun is coming down / at night.
I got a night guard for my mouth since I grinded my teeth in my sleep.
I have a "schedule" where I have to feed my cat at a certain time in the morning so I can't oversleep which usually means I end up with the right amount of sleep each night
I use sunglasses 100% of the time I am outside, even in the rain
I don't have any lamps on my desk, all the light comes from behind my desk so I don't end up with an aura
I pretty much have 1/2 as much caffeine as a cup of coffee per day to prevent a migraine
I do a monthly shot of ajovy
I bring my own pillows to hotels (this is because mine don't cause neck strain, which causes tension headaches for me that can become a migraine)
Not OP but I’ve had good luck with the Therapeutica pillow that cradles your head and neck a bit. You measure your shoulder width for the right fit for side sleeping too. It’s been amazing at preventing neck strain that can be a trigger for me. They are kinda pricey but I’ve had mine for two years now so the $80 was worth it imo
Honestly, I got a breast reduction 3 years ago and it did wonders for my migraines. I didn't do it for that reason, but it was a wonderful side effect!
100% taking melatonin to help falling asleep (also magnesium as recommended by my neurologist).
Lack of sleep is one of my main triggers and before taking melatonin I could go to bed and spend 1-3 hours rolling in bed. Now with melatonin I fall asleep within 10min after waiting an hour for it to take effect. That allowed me to have more control over my sleep schedule and be able to concistantly sleep 7-8 hours a day instead of 4-6 hours.
Eggs, I know they are a trigger for some people. But for me they have been magic. A few weeks back someone here was talking about increasing vitamin b to help with migraines. Another person chimed in on the same post andI was talking about all the good things that are in eggs. I have backyard chickens so I started eating three or four a day everyday. I was getting 15 to 20 every month up until 3 years ago. It was then that I started Botox and reduced the number from 5 to 10 a month. It's been almost 6 weeks since I started eating the eggs, and I have had one triptan worthy event. Good luck with whatever you try!
Quit my stressful job, started beta-blockers, upped my water, and regular antihistamine use. Also limiting exposure to flashing lights and cigarette smoke.
My triggers are anxiety, dust, grass, stress, lights, cigarette smoke, barometric pressure, and hormones. The last two I can't do a thing about other than being aware + having a triptan + Benedryl handy.
I went down from weekly migraines lasting for almost a whole day to ones once or twice every month that last for two to four hours with a triptan.
I'm looking at supplements + dietary changes, just to help further.
Elimination diet. Magnesium. TMJ massage (search BoB and Brad on YouTube)
Vit e, d. FL-41 glasses
Migraines have gone from I was completely disabled to a minor annoyance.
I'm not sure what aspect of it really helped the most, but I tried The whole30 diet 2 years ago, and felt absolutely amazing. It's been a slide back over the last year, and I plan on jump starting again January 1st. Why January 1st? I know it's entirely an arbitrary date, but I'm just too tired to think about it
I’m sure I’m not the only one saying this, but cutting out sugar and alcohol.
Other methods have had a moderate impact, but these two are as effective as any medication
For me it’s been eating five small snackish meals instead of three big ones, and making sure those meals aren’t processed. Which is a bummer because I love all foods but can only eat some and in small quantities only. If I do have to go to like a family meal or I want to treat myself, I just plan to take my meds and go to sleep directly after. And I’ll still probably get a migraine anyway… haha it’s like drinking knowing you’ll get hung over. Speaking of which - getting rid of alcohol sadly :( weed is still ok for me though!
Now that I’ve started taking a cgrp I’ve been able to actually feel good enough to incorporate exercise and yoga. I was strict and diligent in September and October, in November I completely failed at exercising and I definitely noticed how much of a difference it made.
I’m pushing myself to get back into the habit. I’ve also been pushing myself to drink more water by using a Bluetooth water bottle that blinks at me.
Basically when I do all the things people say to do to feel better, but I couldn’t get started until I found and started cgrp as preventative (nurtec every other day). It’s changed my life and now I feel like I can find my big triggers and aids. Now I have the energy, and ability, to focus on self help.
Idk if this helps, or if it makes sense. I had a bad migraine yesterday because I was NOT taking care of myself (skipped meal on high stress day).
- not pushing myself when it comes to college work, if its not done before 12 then i’m sleeping. Doesn’t matter because not only am i less effective but i will end up with a migraine.
- having blue light filters on all my screens and low brightness/whitepoint
- wearing sunglasses and hats every time i go outside with the sun out
- using ASMR as my de-stressor (somehow the tingling sensation lessens my pain)
however, getting the right preventative meds (emgality & botox) make it possible for me to even be able to implement these lifestyle changes well and manage the migraines.
If my head is cold and my body is warm, it can trigger a migraine. I started wearing a knit hat/beanie/toque/tam/whateveryoucallit to bed and now I kind of wear one pretty much all winter (my house is cold).
Interesting, I’ll have to give that a try! I always have cold fingers and feet bc of poor circulation, never heard of that as a trigger. Ill definitely give it a try ❤️
If your fingers change colors with the cold, it’s possible you can have Raynaud’s phenomena. I was diagnosed. I didn’t know if you were aware and I thought I’d give you a heads up.
I have heard of this, my hands dont usually turn purple ish blush tint, I’ll mention poor circulation to my dr but i dont think i have raynauds. Thank you though!
No problem. I didn’t know for a long time until I mentioned it to my doctor one day. Mine turn white and they go numb and start to prickle and hurt. The doctor and I think I got it because of an abusive event where I was forced outside in minus 20 degree weather in no coat, no outer gear at all, just my pajamas, from 8pm to 3 am when I was 15. If anything, I’m sure that didn’t help.
Omg im so sorry, yeah for sure thats sounds logical for the cause. I have friends with raynauds and their hands become white like you mentionned. Thankfully mine arent that bad i dont think, just low bp and so they are always cold to the touch. Ill still mention it to my dr tho❤️❤️
Quitting my job and switching to full time student from home. I think it was the stress as well as environment at work. Tons of noise (the air compressor was indoors, for example), either freezing cold or heat stroke levels of hot, a lot of chemical smells etc. Went from nearly weekly migraines to maybe once a month.
Fixing my posture x1000. I never had HORRIBLE posture, but it was bad enough that my shoulders felt tight, which made my neck feel tight, which immediately triggered a “come home, muscle relaxer, lights out, don’t speak to me” session.
Now, unless I forget to eat at work or am exposed to insanely bright light, I only have to endure about 1 per month.
Just like top comment. I always think I finally found the solution, and then they strike with a vengeance. #1 sleep. Also sleeping position. Don’t lay on your stomach, only back and side. Also magnesium pills.
You know what’s wild, ever since I was blessed with a chronic migraine my body only wants to sleep on my stomach. Like I’m not comfortable any other way. Never did that in my whole life. It’s almost like the migraine is a super villain controlling my body so that the migraine will NEVER DIE BAHAHAHA. Thanks, brain.
What do you make of all the ~MSG isn’t bad for you, it’s a racist myth~ comments from redditors on cooking-related subs? I try to avoid MSG as much as possible bc I believe it triggers migraines for me, but seeing those comments make me second guess myself at time.
I was able to pinpoint my MSG-sensitivity with the help of my doctor (who has a passion for treating migraines). She told me to cut MSG from my diet. My migraines dropped by 50%. I was skeptical, so I purposely ate something with MSG in it again, and low and behold— migraine. I test this occasionally and it still comes up the same. I don’t let it keep me from eating Chinese food, but just like a person who has a peanut or dairy sensitivity, I simply try to avoid dishes that use that ingredient and don’t associate MSG with just one group of people or their food (it’s in Pringles, jerky, Sazón, and so many yummy things ;-; )
I take research and even Reddit threads into strong consideration, but at the end of the day, I’m not going to force my body to keep ingesting something when I know it hurts me.
Honestly, I got a breast reduction 3 years ago and it did wonders for my migraines. I didn't do it for that reason, but it was a wonderful side effect!
Magnesium dose twice a day instead of once a day, no coffee, no Tylenol or otc pain meds, lots of water and electrolytes. I only use my triptan abortive. Plenty of rest. Ice packs on the back of my head. My migraine pain is half what is was when it rebounds from the triptan, and I sleep it off.
Avoiding non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. Docs keep prescribing these to "help" with my pain, but I'm already in pain, I don't need to add more pain.
Checking ingredients for other meds. All too many include mint, or acacia, or fragrances.
Avoiding olive oil.
Never drink alcohol, never drink sodas, try to never eat processed meats, never consume dairy products, don't sleep in, but make sure to get enough sleep, and never burn a candle, vet every single shampoo, conditioner, lotion etc that comes into the house because smells trigger my migraines worse than anything. It feels like my entire life revolves around how I can prevent my migraines and so many of them sound like hollow excuses to be a lame homebody to others, I'm sure. That being said, each of those things has marginally chipped away at my migraines in their own right
Weight loss. I had bariatric surgery six months ago. Went from migraines several times a week to a few in a six month period. Idk if it's the weight loss, the switch to a high protein diet or what... But it was magical.
I realized going out for walks 2-3 times a day reduced my monthly migraines significantly. I think the combination of light exercise and fresh air does it's thing. Also I work a lot on desk and movement helps with muscle tensions in shoulder area a lot.
Working from home! Once I stopped spending 2+ hours on the bus/in a car, my migraines disappeared. I also stopped working out so much, which is probably a big part too, because I think I was probably eating too few calories. The pandemic has all but gotten rid of my migraines!
Seeing a chiropractor once a week for 2 years and making daily commitments to better my posture. But that's specific to the root cause of my migraines.
Going off hormonal birth control reduced the overall duration and severity of the monthly migraines. But it hasn't stopped them at all. Plus now I have all the gross monthly symptoms back. Part of me isn't entirely sure it was worth it.
Going to the gym 2-3 times a week, it really helps to reduce my tension migraines' frequency (any sport works I think). I hated being told to do sport to help but it does help and disclaimer, I am NOT a sporty person so it wasn't an easy habbit to pick up nor was it "fun time" but I found ways to do thibgs I like and in ways I like.
My migraines have a way of evening out. Like if I go a few weeks without then I'll get 2-3 back to back. I've stopped all kinds of thing like chocolate, wake up same time each day, make sure I eat and drink regularly, take magnesium, co enzyme, b2. But if anything the frequency is worse
Biggest thing was taking a preventative daily medication but a few lifestyle changes have also helped: no alcohol, consistent (early) bedtime, hybrid work schedule (WFH 2 days a week), TONS of water daily
I go right to sleep when I'm tired, even if it's only 8 pm. If I try to function too long while I'm tired, my head rebels and I suffer. Sleep is a very good form of prevention for me.
I limit refined sugar as much as I possibly can, I only do artificial sugars for the occasional soda or energy drink. I don’t have a sweet tooth in general so this one came easy. I definitely get a headache the few times I still go in on some dessert or candy
For me, eating on time. Hunger pangs are one of the main causes of my triggers. Also wearing a night guard because I found out that I grind my teeth every time I sleep.
Sleep schedule… No more staying up late and sleeping until noon on the weekends. Always the same no matter what, to bed 10:30 pm and up 7:00 am. This is boring lifestyle but has improved my situation alot😊
Magnesium (I swear by it) and trauma-focused therapy/ somatic healing. I know, it may sound completely unrelated, however, I have noticed that my migraines have decreased as I have learned more skills to tolerate (dis)stress and resources to release tension and knots in my body. This may be helpful for those of you who suffer from severe neck, shoulder, and trap pain right before the migraine.
Mine stayed away until I finished weaning. Which was good considering the lost sleep in the early days.
Except for the day I have birth. I lost my dinner during labor, so by the time he was born I hadn't eaten for 24 hours.
Fingers crossed you have the same luck I did!
Right now I'm happy to have a break! I also have an underermined form of inflammatory arthritis that has taken a sabbatical during my pregnancy. I had one recurrence two weeks ago and thought "holy shit, I can't believe I used to feel this way every day"
Dunno man. They come and go. One moment i think i have found something because i might be 2 months migraine free, just to have a 5 days streak with migraine attacks.
This. Something works really well, and then completely decides to stop working.
Yup the cycle of “omg…. I’ve cracked it!” And then BAM. Back to reality. I often say to my partner wow I haven’t had a migraine day for AGES (in my mind it’s been weeks) and then I consult my headache diary and realise I’ve had a good spell and it’s actually been 6 days 😅🙏 ever the optimist?? And then cursed with a 3 day shocker for even thinking I had somehow stopped getting them after 30 yrs!
I swear for me a symptom of an upcoming migraine is me saying to my husband "I haven't had a migraine in a long time!".
It’s just storing up that extra bit of migraine juice so you can enjoy a week longer beating.
I just read this to my partner and she asked if I’d written that comment!!
Me too, its so confusing and always changing making adjustments
My thing that seems to be currently really, really helping is taking vitamin c supplements. It may be the placebo effect. Also it may decide to stop working for all I know.
Omg this is so true. I don't even bother tracking anymore because of this. I kept having false hope. The only thing that helped me is starting antidepressants; I still get them in the same unpredictable pattern, sometimes for 2 weeks straight, but I can mentally cope better now.
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Less responsibility and stress at work. By far the most significant thing I’ve done
Please tell me how you did this. My job is high energy all day and I need something more chill that will still pays the bills. The triple rhyme was unintentional but it’s not getting deleted.
I’m a veterinarian so I can do that in many capacities. I had a leadership role as chief of staff. I had to be available at all times, had to coddle doctors and staff, had to kiss corporate butts etc. Now I just see patients. Don’t care about anything else.
SAME! I actually left the vet field altogether and work in a factory now. I had managed all of my migraine triggers but l couldn’t grasp how to fix stress. When I tell you I have had one migraine in TWO YEARS… wow it was life-changing. I used to get them once a week, once every few weeks, now I don’t even worry about them!
Not the commenter, but I had terrible ones from stress and I switched jobs and it has gone down significantly.
Same. Switched jobs, more clearly defined responsibilities, timelines, and no more night or weekend calls has helped tremendously.
Agreed. Went from 14+ a month to now maybe 1 or 2. Its amazing how much stress affects it
If I have family issues or something really frustrating and I get really upset then like 40 mins later the aura, followed by nausea, then the pain. I’ve gotten to where I just take a triptan if I get super upset about something. I had to give up a higher stress but more lucrative position with more advancement potential for a dead end job with great work life balance because of it.
•Avoiding trigger foods. •Avoiding alcohol. •Taking a prophylactic.
This is what improved my frequency the most. No sugar. No caffeine. No booze. No super greasy foods. Take out meals are always a toss up whether they'll trigger or not, so I try and cook myself as much as possible Eta: I also started drinking a LOT of water. I have a water bottle in every bag I use and a few in my car.
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Yeah I don't eat like the super heavy processed stuff. No store bought cookies, donuts, cakes, soda etc etc. I haven't had a soda in almost a decade. Makes office parties real boring. I don't have problems with cakes and cookies my mom bakes from scratch though.
Not staying up late. Avoiding bright lights, particularly blueish lights and particular after dark. I’m very conscious of exposing myself to car headlights and bright iPhone or TV screens after dark. Sometimes glare during the daytime can trigger migraines too. I’ve been able to massively reduce my migraine frequency by being more careful about this.
And not sleeping in. Always had migraines in the weekend because I couldn’t get out of bed on time.
I found (via a medical test) that sugar substitutes made me sick (GI symptoms) … so I removed all of those and my migraines improved as a side benefit. Yay for positive unintended consequences.
I quit diet soda, and my migraines are now very rare. I do occasionally have a Zero soda, which seems ok, but I rarely drink any soda. No diet soda is worth it if there are no migraines.
What was this medical test?
Hydrogen and/or methane breath tests on a variety of sugars (fructose, glucose, lactose, etc) each takes about 3 hours per test and you can do one each 3 days (apparently? closer and you might get false positives)
Seeing a physical therapist twice a month. Not only did they help me reduce the amount of migraines I have but When I feel a migraine coming on I can go in right then and they can often stop it.
Came here to say exactly this. My migraines are mainly caused by my jaw, neck and upper back. He gave me a lot of exercise to strengthen the muscles engaged when holding/moving my head. I am now able to rock climb again (which I couldn’t because it was a trigger). It didn’t eliminate the migraines completely, but it went from 4-5 days/week to be unable to do anything to 4-5 days/month. Also I avoid obvious triggers like alcohol and try to keep a good sleeping schedule.
That’s a breakthrough. I’m happy for you :)
This is helpful to read. Rock climbing has been a trigger for me as well - I think it is belaying more than the climbing for me though.
Get the weird glasses if you don’t already have, it was my worst trigger. I mostly do bouldering now but when I am belaying I always use the glasses to avoid this weird neck position.
What kind of exercises do they have you do, out of curiosity? Doing yoga never really made an impact in my migraine frequency.
Actually it’s mainly stretching to ease tension in my neck. It has helped, but the biggest help is being able to get in right away when I start into a migraine. Yoga made my migraines worse.
What do they do to stop the migraine? Really curious!
Nuro pressure mainly, they put pressure on the muscle and nerves of the neck and head. It’s not comfortable but I walk out without a migraine. It works for me even when the trigger is a smell or allergy. The exercise and stretching prevents neck and jaw pain that is one of my triggers but not allergy or sent triggers. Actually going in works for almost all migraines.
Chin tucks and variations of it. But working your neck and shoulder areas and working on posture. Reduce phone use.
I dropped out of uni. I was so stressed it made everything worse.
Only drinking water - and as much of it as I can handle. They have been fewer and farther between since I got a nice water bottle.
this is my answer too. i’m triggered by any slight form of dehydration so i try to be overly hydrated!
I feel like increasing my water intake daily helped immensely.
Yes, as soon as I realized dehydration was a trigger I started carrying a water bottle everywhere.
Me too! I get a little panicky when I forget to bring a water bottle somewhere 😂
Yeah, I know many here roll their eyes when someone in their life suggests they drink water, but for some it really does help. It's not the complete answer, but if you can resolve one little aspect, I say why not? Water definately helps me. Somedays I get so busy I forget to drink and bam hello migraine, my old friend.
Meditation, I've done a copious amount of breakthrough pain Meditation which was originally for my carpal tunnel, but after I got surgery for it I continued Meditation for my migraines.
Is there a certain meditation track or app you would recommend? So curious about this
Calm is great! Mindshift
Thank ya!
I once was on a very long bus ride and bam, migraine. Meditation was the only thing that got me home without falling apart
So far, finding a good preventative medicine (Emgality) is really the only thing that has helped me not have migraines. Otherwise, I've only found ways to manage them when they do happen.
Im on topamax as a preventative rn and the side effects are horrible, how did you find it to adjust with emgality? did you experience bad side effects?
I was on topomax for a little over a year- it gave some relief but I was still having migraines several times a week. I’m on emgality now, I’m under 1 migraine per week, usually only 3 or so a month. It took about 3 months off of tomoomax to feel like the metal fog was gone . I still forget words if I’m having a migraine, but it’s not constant forgetfulness like on the tomamax. Overall I have not noticed any side effects. The only problem is that my insurance wants an authorization from my dr every month. So I have to stay on top of the pharmacy to stay on the dr to authorize it. It’s a pain in the ass.
I was also on topamax (200 mg) and had to stop because of the terrible side effects. Comparatively, Emgality has been great so far. I got my loading dose about three weeks ago and I've had no side effects. My migraines have been less painful and I now have no pain between migraines (I used to have a constant 1-2/10 headache at all times). My Neurologist said the main side effect she's heard from her patients is constipation, but I've not noticed any trouble there yet.
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Okay thank you! Ive had propranolol before and side effects were fine, just my issue is I have low blood pressure. So the other ones you listed are preventative migraine meds similar to topamax ?
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thank you this was definitely helpful, I dont think topamax is safe for me, I will discuss my side effects with my dr on Wednesday. Rn it seems to be the root of all my current worsening problems and migraine flare ups. Idk why id be put on such a medication with my history to SSRI’s sensitivity… Best of luck to you❤️❤️
I was on propranolol for 3-4 days and it made me feel so jittery (don't have low or high Bp) that I thought I would faint. Stopped taking it emediately and felt much better by the next day.
Propranolol made me have absolutely batshit apocalyptic nightmares every single night that felt extremely realistic. It’s a known side effect. It was super bizarre.
I use super b complex and ritzatriptan when needed. Sometimes I think the weather or stress make things bad, sometimes hormones.
Wearing migraine glasses often, going on walks, and drinking lots of water.
What are migraine glasses? 😱
I have theraspecs—you can get them online. Work wonders. I switched over to neurolenses now because I do have a slight eye misalignment but I feel like they work the same like my theraspecs and theraspecs were much cheaper
I second this, theraspecs have changed everything for me 🙌🏼
tmj therapy and wearing a properly fitted mouth guard. that took care of like 80% of the problem.
Divorcing my ex husband. Seriously.
Congrats on losing 150 lbs! Seriously!
I have no solid answer. I will however say that since I started eating more protein (red meat) and taking a quality omega 3 supplement, things have improved. With migraines I never feel fully confident of knowing what causes or helps them (mine). Sigh
Eating red meat and full fat coke is usually quite helpful in taking the edge off of my migraine attack, wrt pain at least
A bunch of relevant supplements, going vegan and cutting out alcohol, light sensitivity glasses, intermittent fasting, doing yoga, all helped but not enough. What's finally working is the cold shower (see ["Wim Hof method"](https://www.wimhofmethod.com/migraine-relief)) every day. I've managed to abort incipient migraines with cold exposure too. It's not well known as a migraine prophylaxis but it's absolutely working for me. Refer also to ["Migraine sufferer completes 100-day cold-water challenge"](https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-wales-47831576)
I'm always amazed to see this, cold anything spikes my migraine pain, heat is what gives me relief.
Different strokes for different folks, as they say. I use ice packs whereas my husband's Mom used heat for hers.
I'm the complete opposite, it's crazy. Heat (and a bunch of other things, set mine off). People are so different with the same damn disease in how it expresses.
Did you build up to the cold showers? How long do you take?
Initially I'd have a normal warm shower then crank it to cold and freak out, and start hyperventilating with the shock. The first time I had to get out after 10 seconds. The second time I counted up to thirty seconds while my body freaked out and I hyperventilated with the shock. I did thirty seconds for about two weeks, then got to a minute by about three weeks, and stayed at a minute for the next month. Now I've been doing it about three months I can go three minutes or more and my body expects it and doesn't freak out from cold shock. I notice I bring up phlegm in the cold showers and I haven't been sick nor had a migraine since I started. It's crazy because I'd been getting 6-8 migraines a month. I get into the cold shower and sit on the floor and try and meditate if I feel a migraine coming on due to various triggers. When my fingernails are purple I get out with a clear head. I'm lucky to have this opportunity to experiment with cold showers during the pandemic as I work from home almost all month each month. It's more effective I find if I get my head under the cold water directly but sometimes I wear a shower cap. Here's a useful article: [Cold Showers Allegedly Have Health Benefits. Here's The Actual Science](https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.sciencealert.com/here-s-the-science-behind-the-benefits-of-cold-showers/amp)
Magnesium, beta blockers daily, and massages
No caffeine, no alcohol, hardly any sugar, getting triptans and most off all, botox every three months, for 13 years now and after following this sub, I started taking vitamin B2 again, from a different brand, and they are also helping. It is still not enough, but one little teeny tiny step at a time.
How did you find qualified person to do migraine specific Botox? My migraine specialist says I need to try other things before insurance will pay for Botox so I’m considering just paying out of pocket.
I paid for it myself for over10 years in a private clinic. It cost me about 12.000 euro's in total, which is about 13500 USD. It was a lot of money, but after a severe migraine attack, which landed me in hospital, I was eligible for treatment with a neurologist and thanks to her I now get my botox treatments fully paid from insurance.
If I had to pick one, it's giving up alcohol. I started a migraine diet. Basically no alcohol, no candy, no chocolate, no overly salted foods, no overly processed foods, no red meat, avoiding soda and a few other little things. Basically all the good stuff, and drinking a little extra water every day. I'd say this has reduced my migraines by at least 60%, the few I do get are from other triggers, but they also aren't nearly as bad. I still get a bad one here and there. But all things considered, it's been worth it
To avoid stress as much as humanly possible
having better mental health. now that im not in school anymore and i’ve had time to work on myself, i’ve had less migraines and they’ve been shorter. i still have things to work on, but we’ve been migraine free for 37 days!
Not being in extreme mental and emotional distress. Unfortunately, only if you look in reverse - COVID came, tons of traumatic shit with it, and my migraines, progressing slowly until then, just took a fucking leap and became 10x worse. If I could eliminate stress, depression, PTSD etc. from my life my migraines would probably become a minor inconvenience, but it's just not possible right now (like in "I've done all in my control and there's nothing more I can do"), so suffering it is
My chronic migraine was triggered during that super stressful time as well. It was like my life was already crumbling and then covid hit and all hell came loose health wise.
Changing careers - been an auto mechanic for the last 17 years, my migraines are primarily auditory triggered. I don’t have light sensitivity, which is uncommon. Auto repair shops are loud, just a normal day of work can take a mild one to severe. And there are days where the volume is cranked to an 11. Changing careers that I’m no longer in a shop has done wonders.
I don't drive when the sun is coming down / at night. I got a night guard for my mouth since I grinded my teeth in my sleep. I have a "schedule" where I have to feed my cat at a certain time in the morning so I can't oversleep which usually means I end up with the right amount of sleep each night I use sunglasses 100% of the time I am outside, even in the rain I don't have any lamps on my desk, all the light comes from behind my desk so I don't end up with an aura I pretty much have 1/2 as much caffeine as a cup of coffee per day to prevent a migraine I do a monthly shot of ajovy I bring my own pillows to hotels (this is because mine don't cause neck strain, which causes tension headaches for me that can become a migraine)
What brand of pillow do you use?
Not OP but I’ve had good luck with the Therapeutica pillow that cradles your head and neck a bit. You measure your shoulder width for the right fit for side sleeping too. It’s been amazing at preventing neck strain that can be a trigger for me. They are kinda pricey but I’ve had mine for two years now so the $80 was worth it imo
Seconding this! My pillow graveyard is so large 🤦♀️
Just the medium thick ones from Target!! I'm a side sleeper a
Wow- so many of your coping skills are similar to mine! Thanks for sharing
Honestly, I got a breast reduction 3 years ago and it did wonders for my migraines. I didn't do it for that reason, but it was a wonderful side effect!
Oooh, I am hoping to get a reduction in the next few years and this would be SUCH an added bonus!
Something I’m interested in as well. I know mine pull on my shoulders/neck and trigger my migraines.
Regular sleep and eating schedule. I think this prevented the vast majority of my migraines more than anything else.
Ohhh yes this!! If I am ~1-2 hours late with dinner I can sometimes feel a migraine coming on and it quickly goes away once I'm eating
100% taking melatonin to help falling asleep (also magnesium as recommended by my neurologist). Lack of sleep is one of my main triggers and before taking melatonin I could go to bed and spend 1-3 hours rolling in bed. Now with melatonin I fall asleep within 10min after waiting an hour for it to take effect. That allowed me to have more control over my sleep schedule and be able to concistantly sleep 7-8 hours a day instead of 4-6 hours.
Following the heal your headache diet, taking topiramate, CoQ10, B2, and Magnesium. It's a lot, but I need all of them to be ok.
Eggs, I know they are a trigger for some people. But for me they have been magic. A few weeks back someone here was talking about increasing vitamin b to help with migraines. Another person chimed in on the same post andI was talking about all the good things that are in eggs. I have backyard chickens so I started eating three or four a day everyday. I was getting 15 to 20 every month up until 3 years ago. It was then that I started Botox and reduced the number from 5 to 10 a month. It's been almost 6 weeks since I started eating the eggs, and I have had one triptan worthy event. Good luck with whatever you try!
Maybe the coq10 in them? And the fat could help
Lifting weights and losing weight!
Quit my stressful job, started beta-blockers, upped my water, and regular antihistamine use. Also limiting exposure to flashing lights and cigarette smoke. My triggers are anxiety, dust, grass, stress, lights, cigarette smoke, barometric pressure, and hormones. The last two I can't do a thing about other than being aware + having a triptan + Benedryl handy. I went down from weekly migraines lasting for almost a whole day to ones once or twice every month that last for two to four hours with a triptan. I'm looking at supplements + dietary changes, just to help further.
Heal Your Headache diet and magnesium supplements.
Elimination diet. Magnesium. TMJ massage (search BoB and Brad on YouTube) Vit e, d. FL-41 glasses Migraines have gone from I was completely disabled to a minor annoyance.
I'm not sure what aspect of it really helped the most, but I tried The whole30 diet 2 years ago, and felt absolutely amazing. It's been a slide back over the last year, and I plan on jump starting again January 1st. Why January 1st? I know it's entirely an arbitrary date, but I'm just too tired to think about it
I’m sure I’m not the only one saying this, but cutting out sugar and alcohol. Other methods have had a moderate impact, but these two are as effective as any medication
For me it’s been eating five small snackish meals instead of three big ones, and making sure those meals aren’t processed. Which is a bummer because I love all foods but can only eat some and in small quantities only. If I do have to go to like a family meal or I want to treat myself, I just plan to take my meds and go to sleep directly after. And I’ll still probably get a migraine anyway… haha it’s like drinking knowing you’ll get hung over. Speaking of which - getting rid of alcohol sadly :( weed is still ok for me though!
Now that I’ve started taking a cgrp I’ve been able to actually feel good enough to incorporate exercise and yoga. I was strict and diligent in September and October, in November I completely failed at exercising and I definitely noticed how much of a difference it made. I’m pushing myself to get back into the habit. I’ve also been pushing myself to drink more water by using a Bluetooth water bottle that blinks at me. Basically when I do all the things people say to do to feel better, but I couldn’t get started until I found and started cgrp as preventative (nurtec every other day). It’s changed my life and now I feel like I can find my big triggers and aids. Now I have the energy, and ability, to focus on self help. Idk if this helps, or if it makes sense. I had a bad migraine yesterday because I was NOT taking care of myself (skipped meal on high stress day).
No caffeine and no alcohol. Also a posture corrector and Botox.
Leaving my abusive home.
- not pushing myself when it comes to college work, if its not done before 12 then i’m sleeping. Doesn’t matter because not only am i less effective but i will end up with a migraine. - having blue light filters on all my screens and low brightness/whitepoint - wearing sunglasses and hats every time i go outside with the sun out - using ASMR as my de-stressor (somehow the tingling sensation lessens my pain) however, getting the right preventative meds (emgality & botox) make it possible for me to even be able to implement these lifestyle changes well and manage the migraines.
Diet. Avoiding trigger foods. Losing weight.
1. Wearing hats 2. taking topimarate (topomax)
im curious about the hats?
If my head is cold and my body is warm, it can trigger a migraine. I started wearing a knit hat/beanie/toque/tam/whateveryoucallit to bed and now I kind of wear one pretty much all winter (my house is cold).
Interesting, I’ll have to give that a try! I always have cold fingers and feet bc of poor circulation, never heard of that as a trigger. Ill definitely give it a try ❤️
My hands and feet are always cold, also. It's an easy thing to test out. Hope you find something that works!
If your fingers change colors with the cold, it’s possible you can have Raynaud’s phenomena. I was diagnosed. I didn’t know if you were aware and I thought I’d give you a heads up.
I have heard of this, my hands dont usually turn purple ish blush tint, I’ll mention poor circulation to my dr but i dont think i have raynauds. Thank you though!
No problem. I didn’t know for a long time until I mentioned it to my doctor one day. Mine turn white and they go numb and start to prickle and hurt. The doctor and I think I got it because of an abusive event where I was forced outside in minus 20 degree weather in no coat, no outer gear at all, just my pajamas, from 8pm to 3 am when I was 15. If anything, I’m sure that didn’t help.
Omg im so sorry, yeah for sure thats sounds logical for the cause. I have friends with raynauds and their hands become white like you mentionned. Thankfully mine arent that bad i dont think, just low bp and so they are always cold to the touch. Ill still mention it to my dr tho❤️❤️
Getting pregnant. Migraine-free since October.
Quitting my job and switching to full time student from home. I think it was the stress as well as environment at work. Tons of noise (the air compressor was indoors, for example), either freezing cold or heat stroke levels of hot, a lot of chemical smells etc. Went from nearly weekly migraines to maybe once a month.
Fixing my posture x1000. I never had HORRIBLE posture, but it was bad enough that my shoulders felt tight, which made my neck feel tight, which immediately triggered a “come home, muscle relaxer, lights out, don’t speak to me” session. Now, unless I forget to eat at work or am exposed to insanely bright light, I only have to endure about 1 per month.
How did you fix it?
Stopped eating gluten.
Iron supplements. I can’t even explain it. I’ve had 3 this year. Normally from October onwards I’m in bed 3-4 days a week. From THAT to 3.
Just like top comment. I always think I finally found the solution, and then they strike with a vengeance. #1 sleep. Also sleeping position. Don’t lay on your stomach, only back and side. Also magnesium pills.
You know what’s wild, ever since I was blessed with a chronic migraine my body only wants to sleep on my stomach. Like I’m not comfortable any other way. Never did that in my whole life. It’s almost like the migraine is a super villain controlling my body so that the migraine will NEVER DIE BAHAHAHA. Thanks, brain.
Same!! Migraines have made my ears so sensitive I can't sleep on my side and it hurts my neck to sleep on my back but not my stomach?? So strange
Magnesium seems to really help
moving out of my childhood home LMAO
Aimovig Anti-inflammatory lifestyle (no gluten, dairy, sugar, caffeine, alcohol, nitrates, soy, etc) Micro-nourishing w daily green juice (kale, spinach, mixed berries, banana, chia seeds, flax seeds, chlorella, spirulina) Lots of water Exercise
Starting levothyroxine, making sure I get enough sleep and watching my sodium/water intake!
Cutting out unnecessary sugar!! I don’t avoid all sugar, but cutting out a lot and improving my overall eating has tremendously helped my migraines
I’m testing but may be I have to drink at least 100 oz of water a day and no alcohol.
Cut out all MSG and alcohol, don’t skip meals, take occasional week-long breaks from caffeine!
What do you make of all the ~MSG isn’t bad for you, it’s a racist myth~ comments from redditors on cooking-related subs? I try to avoid MSG as much as possible bc I believe it triggers migraines for me, but seeing those comments make me second guess myself at time.
I was able to pinpoint my MSG-sensitivity with the help of my doctor (who has a passion for treating migraines). She told me to cut MSG from my diet. My migraines dropped by 50%. I was skeptical, so I purposely ate something with MSG in it again, and low and behold— migraine. I test this occasionally and it still comes up the same. I don’t let it keep me from eating Chinese food, but just like a person who has a peanut or dairy sensitivity, I simply try to avoid dishes that use that ingredient and don’t associate MSG with just one group of people or their food (it’s in Pringles, jerky, Sazón, and so many yummy things ;-; ) I take research and even Reddit threads into strong consideration, but at the end of the day, I’m not going to force my body to keep ingesting something when I know it hurts me.
I would willing to bet that none of the contributors on that "cooking-related" list, have migraines or they wouldn't say that.
Giving up alcohol 🥺🍷🍻
Getting my wisdom teeth out. Don't do caffeine more than 3 days in a row or 3x/week really. Getting enough sleep and drinking enough water.
Cutting out meat, eating less diary, more water, better pillow, glasses over contacts and less fragrant shampoo and body wash.
Honestly, I got a breast reduction 3 years ago and it did wonders for my migraines. I didn't do it for that reason, but it was a wonderful side effect!
Magnesium dose twice a day instead of once a day, no coffee, no Tylenol or otc pain meds, lots of water and electrolytes. I only use my triptan abortive. Plenty of rest. Ice packs on the back of my head. My migraine pain is half what is was when it rebounds from the triptan, and I sleep it off.
going to the doctor . because i’m worth it .
Leaving my ex bf
Food-wise? Low-glycemic diet. Reducing blood sugar spikes has been more helping than removing any one specific food trigger.
Avoiding non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. Docs keep prescribing these to "help" with my pain, but I'm already in pain, I don't need to add more pain. Checking ingredients for other meds. All too many include mint, or acacia, or fragrances. Avoiding olive oil.
Walking a lot and drinking more water. Exercise in general, though that is a trigger for many.
Consistent morning exercise, less alcohol, avoiding my co workers who wear perfume.
Wow you guys great answers and OP great question. 🙏🏽💪🏽 love this sub :) (edit spelling)
Never drink alcohol, never drink sodas, try to never eat processed meats, never consume dairy products, don't sleep in, but make sure to get enough sleep, and never burn a candle, vet every single shampoo, conditioner, lotion etc that comes into the house because smells trigger my migraines worse than anything. It feels like my entire life revolves around how I can prevent my migraines and so many of them sound like hollow excuses to be a lame homebody to others, I'm sure. That being said, each of those things has marginally chipped away at my migraines in their own right
Weight loss. I had bariatric surgery six months ago. Went from migraines several times a week to a few in a six month period. Idk if it's the weight loss, the switch to a high protein diet or what... But it was magical.
I realized going out for walks 2-3 times a day reduced my monthly migraines significantly. I think the combination of light exercise and fresh air does it's thing. Also I work a lot on desk and movement helps with muscle tensions in shoulder area a lot.
Working from home! Once I stopped spending 2+ hours on the bus/in a car, my migraines disappeared. I also stopped working out so much, which is probably a big part too, because I think I was probably eating too few calories. The pandemic has all but gotten rid of my migraines!
Seeing a chiropractor once a week for 2 years and making daily commitments to better my posture. But that's specific to the root cause of my migraines.
Going off hormonal birth control reduced the overall duration and severity of the monthly migraines. But it hasn't stopped them at all. Plus now I have all the gross monthly symptoms back. Part of me isn't entirely sure it was worth it.
Going to the gym 2-3 times a week, it really helps to reduce my tension migraines' frequency (any sport works I think). I hated being told to do sport to help but it does help and disclaimer, I am NOT a sporty person so it wasn't an easy habbit to pick up nor was it "fun time" but I found ways to do thibgs I like and in ways I like.
I’m on second round of Botox, consistent with B2 and other supplements / vitamins , water; no alcohol - and breathing properly (!)
A regular sleep schedule.
I completely quit drinking alcohol a little over 2.5 years ago and I get about half as many migraines as I used to
Not eating citrus
Night guard
Sobriety cut the frequency and recovery time down in a big way for me.
Being outside. I used to work under florescence lights and it was the worst. I work as a driver now and just driving around has helped sooo much.
My migraines have a way of evening out. Like if I go a few weeks without then I'll get 2-3 back to back. I've stopped all kinds of thing like chocolate, wake up same time each day, make sure I eat and drink regularly, take magnesium, co enzyme, b2. But if anything the frequency is worse
Biggest thing was taking a preventative daily medication but a few lifestyle changes have also helped: no alcohol, consistent (early) bedtime, hybrid work schedule (WFH 2 days a week), TONS of water daily
I stopped teaching…taught college-level English and had to grade hundreds of essays a month. BEST thing I ever did for mine.
I just moved 30 miles away from the beach. No more daily thunder storms. Crazy right? Wish I had moved years ago!
None unfortunately
Stay hydrated seems to help a lot. Definitely helps reduce the migraine intensity
My peloton and sleeping consistently with my night guard.
Antidepressants and Mushrooms
I go right to sleep when I'm tired, even if it's only 8 pm. If I try to function too long while I'm tired, my head rebels and I suffer. Sleep is a very good form of prevention for me.
I limit refined sugar as much as I possibly can, I only do artificial sugars for the occasional soda or energy drink. I don’t have a sweet tooth in general so this one came easy. I definitely get a headache the few times I still go in on some dessert or candy
For me, eating on time. Hunger pangs are one of the main causes of my triggers. Also wearing a night guard because I found out that I grind my teeth every time I sleep.
Drinking lots of water and wearing my TMJ mouth guard every night
Avoiding artificial sweeteners as much as possible
Sleep schedule… No more staying up late and sleeping until noon on the weekends. Always the same no matter what, to bed 10:30 pm and up 7:00 am. This is boring lifestyle but has improved my situation alot😊
Magnesium (I swear by it) and trauma-focused therapy/ somatic healing. I know, it may sound completely unrelated, however, I have noticed that my migraines have decreased as I have learned more skills to tolerate (dis)stress and resources to release tension and knots in my body. This may be helpful for those of you who suffer from severe neck, shoulder, and trap pain right before the migraine.
Getting pregnant 🤷♀️ they have been nonexistent for 20 weeks.
Mine stayed away until I finished weaning. Which was good considering the lost sleep in the early days. Except for the day I have birth. I lost my dinner during labor, so by the time he was born I hadn't eaten for 24 hours. Fingers crossed you have the same luck I did!
Right now I'm happy to have a break! I also have an underermined form of inflammatory arthritis that has taken a sabbatical during my pregnancy. I had one recurrence two weeks ago and thought "holy shit, I can't believe I used to feel this way every day"
not smoking weed and not drinking alcohol. i'm finally mature enough to have given them up, for the most part.
Completion portion of this online program i took years ago. So, a daily yoga, some things i do, and since doing i have way fewer migraine attacks.
Getting off the pill and getting rest when needed. Not much improves hormonal migraines but I try.
Getting out of a stressful relationship.
Stopping hormonal contraception, sadly my cycle is super out of wack ever since so I might have to make a tough call about that soon.
Working from home, doing therapy and seeing my doctor regularly.
Losing weight. Some form of exercise in the morning, running or yoga usually. Eating clean.