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I would like to hear alternative suggestions to treat migraines from others who suffer this - not looking for medical advice for over the counter or prescription drugs (got my GP/pharmacist for that)!
I try and avoid my triggers - I know what they are, some cannot be avoided. I rest in a dark room, drinking plenty of fluids with a cold compress when it hits (alongside the occasional painkillers - which do absolutely squat).
What have you tried or used to help when a migraine robs you of a couple of days of your life? |
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By *asual777Man
over a year ago
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For all conditions I always google NICE guidelines as they have them in the uk for most things
https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/cg150/ifp/chapter/treatments-for-migraine
Apart from the medical stuff vitamin b12 seems to be one of the recommended things |
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Hi I used to suffer terrible with migraine headaches. My side vision would be gone an yes like you say it could take 3 days to recover. In a dark room. I know my triggers now an try manage as best I can. Really strong sun is one of mine. Don't have much advice sorry. Best of luck. |
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By *ind PaddyMan
over a year ago
South County Dublin |
"I would like to hear alternative suggestions to treat migraines from others who suffer this - not looking for medical advice for over the counter or prescription drugs (got my GP/pharmacist for that)!
I try and avoid my triggers - I know what they are, some cannot be avoided. I rest in a dark room, drinking plenty of fluids with a cold compress when it hits (alongside the occasional painkillers - which do absolutely squat).
What have you tried or used to help when a migraine robs you of a couple of days of your life?"
I use to suffer terrible with mirgines and I always ended up vomiting around the place and would go to bed and sleep it off. You can pm if you like |
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I use a peppermint roll on stick for migraines. It can be got in health shops. Its natural, but if you apply too much to your forehead and temple ares it can slightly burn and irrate your eyes, so be careful.
Or if you have an burner or infuser, a few drops of peppermint in some water in the room where your sitting. |
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"For all conditions I always google NICE guidelines as they have them in the uk for most things
https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/cg150/ifp/chapter/treatments-for-migraine
Apart from the medical stuff vitamin b12 seems to be one of the recommended things "
Thank you for the link - may come in handy for other things, but unfortunately no alternative remedies or advice.
I do take vitamin B and a few other supplements. |
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"Hi I used to suffer terrible with migraine headaches. My side vision would be gone an yes like you say it could take 3 days to recover. In a dark room. I know my triggers now an try manage as best I can. Really strong sun is one of mine. Don't have much advice sorry. Best of luck. "
Thankfully vision impairment is not one of my issues...unfortunately this means no sun in the garden for you?!  |
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"Find caffeine/chocolate a trigger of mine..try to avoid
Always have Migraleave to hand..almost instant relief"
If chocolate were a trigger, I'd be rightly f**ked!!! I don't think I would cope...
I'll have to look into that, I presume it's a pharmaceutical drug...thanks for your input  |
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"I would like to hear alternative suggestions to treat migraines from others who suffer this - not looking for medical advice for over the counter or prescription drugs (got my GP/pharmacist for that)!
I try and avoid my triggers - I know what they are, some cannot be avoided. I rest in a dark room, drinking plenty of fluids with a cold compress when it hits (alongside the occasional painkillers - which do absolutely squat).
What have you tried or used to help when a migraine robs you of a couple of days of your life?
I use to suffer terrible with mirgines and I always ended up vomiting around the place and would go to bed and sleep it off. You can pm if you like"
Yes, a migraine does hit my stomach too - not always, thankfully. And that's what I do, rest and sleep. I hope your migraines are a thing of the past. Thank you |
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"I use a peppermint roll on stick for migraines. It can be got in health shops. Its natural, but if you apply too much to your forehead and temple ares it can slightly burn and irrate your eyes, so be careful.
Or if you have an burner or infuser, a few drops of peppermint in some water in the room where your sitting. "
I have peppermint essential oil, I must give it a try in my infuser the next time. I've also just planted some fresh mint in my back garden. I wonder might it have a preventative effect if I put a couple of fresh leaves in my water or food even...? Nice idea in a roller - smells lovely too.
Thank you for your advice |
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By *ind PaddyMan
over a year ago
South County Dublin |
"I would like to hear alternative suggestions to treat migraines from others who suffer this - not looking for medical advice for over the counter or prescription drugs (got my GP/pharmacist for that)!
I try and avoid my triggers - I know what they are, some cannot be avoided. I rest in a dark room, drinking plenty of fluids with a cold compress when it hits (alongside the occasional painkillers - which do absolutely squat).
What have you tried or used to help when a migraine robs you of a couple of days of your life?
I use to suffer terrible with mirgines and I always ended up vomiting around the place and would go to bed and sleep it off. You can pm if you like
Yes, a migraine does hit my stomach too - not always, thankfully. And that's what I do, rest and sleep. I hope your migraines are a thing of the past. Thank you"
they are an odd time get one. I'm not sure you can take anything, clearing my stomach helped me, but you do feel terrible. Do you wear glasses |
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By *ind PaddyMan
over a year ago
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When I had the mirgines in my younger days, I needed glasses strange but it help although I still got them not as bad. Try not to get tense over silly things. I took up running that helped a lot, it helped me relax. |
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I use to suffer terrible with mirgines and I always ended up vomiting around the place and would go to bed and sleep it off. You can pm if you like
Yes, a migraine does hit my stomach too - not always, thankfully. And that's what I do, rest and sleep. I hope your migraines are a thing of the past.
Thank you they are an odd time get one. I'm not sure you can take anything, clearing my stomach helped me, but you do feel terrible. Do you wear glasses "
Yes, emptying the tummy helps for a bit.
I am short sighted, only wear glasses for driving and when out and about, not at home (where I spend most of my time). Eyesight deteriorated substantially over the last couple of years - got new prescription glasses last summer. So eyesight shouldn't be an aggravator.
I know my migraines are mostly hormone related.
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"When I had the mirgines in my younger days, I needed glasses strange but it help although I still got them not as bad. Try not to get tense over silly things. I took up running that helped a lot, it helped me relax."
Yes, exercise is always good...  |
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"I use a peppermint roll on stick for migraines. It can be got in health shops. Its natural, but if you apply too much to your forehead and temple ares it can slightly burn and irrate your eyes, so be careful.
Or if you have an burner or infuser, a few drops of peppermint in some water in the room where your sitting.
I have peppermint essential oil, I must give it a try in my infuser the next time. I've also just planted some fresh mint in my back garden. I wonder might it have a preventative effect if I put a couple of fresh leaves in my water or food even...? Nice idea in a roller - smells lovely too.
Thank you for your advice "
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"Freezing cold ice water right at the nape of your neck
Opens blood vessels and releases pressure or some bollocks like that
That sounds just as painful as the migraine is   "
Ack an unpleasant blast of cold water to save ye hrs of pain
Easy decision |
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"Try visiting a physio/ chiropractor. I did & they stretched my neck & back to release pressure, it worked for about 3 years, so I went back & got it done again. Failing that acupuncture also helps"
My migraines are definitely primarily hormonal but I do have a friend who's an acupuncturist, might see what he says...not sure if a chiropractor would help me, but it's worth a try. We are all misaligned somewhere in our bodies... glad it helped you. Thank you |
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"Freezing cold ice water right at the nape of your neck
Opens blood vessels and releases pressure or some bollocks like that
That sounds just as painful as the migraine is
Ack an unpleasant blast of cold water to save ye hrs of pain
Easy decision"
True - IF it actually helps, otherwise I've just added to the torture  |
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over a year ago
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I got at least one with every period after the birth of my youngest 18 years ago, tried every alternative suggested, the only thing that worked was menopause
Soz |
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"I got at least one with every period after the birth of my youngest 18 years ago, tried every alternative suggested, the only thing that worked was menopause
Soz"
That's what I'm afraid of because I reckon I have a few years to get there yet... |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"I would like to hear alternative suggestions to treat migraines from others who suffer this - not looking for medical advice for over the counter or prescription drugs (got my GP/pharmacist for that)!
I try and avoid my triggers - I know what they are, some cannot be avoided. I rest in a dark room, drinking plenty of fluids with a cold compress when it hits (alongside the occasional painkillers - which do absolutely squat).
What have you tried or used to help when a migraine robs you of a couple of days of your life?"
Working out and eating more protein seems to help me a bit. Have them daily and struggling to do my work properly. Make sure I am not hungry and stay hydrated. Take vitamins and prebiotics.
Heared vagus nerve exercises should help and giving them a go from tomorrow |
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It can start in your twenties I just demanded hrt from my doc and it’s helped me so I’d ask your doctor normal age is from 40 on is when it starts hope something works for you |
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"It can start in your twenties I just demanded hrt from my doc and it’s helped me so I’d ask your doctor normal age is from 40 on is when it starts hope something works for you"
I've tried a few different hormonal interventions. They didn't work and came with horrid side effects...hence I specifically asked for advice on alternative remedies and treatments.
I'm also not the kind to go "demanding" anything. I ask politely and discuss pros and cons.
I'm glad it worked for you though |
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Working out and eating more protein seems to help me a bit. Have them daily and struggling to do my work properly. Make sure I am not hungry and stay hydrated. Take vitamins and prebiotics.
Heared vagus nerve exercises should help and giving them a go from tomorrow "
I'm sorry to hear that you suffer daily! It's a debilitating condition.
I could really do with looking at cleaning up my diet. It's pretty atrocious at the moment . I do take vitamins, supplements and do a course of probiotics on a regular basis.
I'll look into vagus nerve stimulation. Interesting...thank you and wish you every success trying this yourself |
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By *j47Man
over a year ago
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80% of migraine sufferes are women, 80% of those suffer hormonal migraines around their menstrual cycle for those either HRT or the menopause will erase their symtoms. The other 20% suffer from a various migraines from aura related to stomach and varing intensities of chronic migraine(Constant daily maigraine).For those with chronic migraine theres a few very new therapies from botox injections to relive the stress of the scalp on the skull to monthly injections that have had resounding results for some sufferes along side preventive medicines in over twenty years dealing with this disabilating illness we have found that the sucess of alternative remidies is mimimal if not negilable however theres always some that benifit against the norm.
There is a migraine clinic in Beaumount run by Dr Martin Rutlidge a very good consulant who trained under Dr peter Goadsby the head of migraine research wordlwide for a peroid of time under their guidance many new therapies have being brought to Ireland and helped many many patients who before were negilected and told to grin and bear it or as our first consultant told us learn to live with it.
The irish migraine socitiy are also very proactive and can be contacted for information
To anybody that suffers with this diabilating illness i wish you well and hope u find a suitable result for ur situtation with any morsel of info garnered from this thread |
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"80% of migraine sufferes are women, 80% of those suffer hormonal migraines around their menstrual cycle for those either HRT or the menopause will erase their symtoms. The other 20% suffer from a various migraines from aura related to stomach and varing intensities of chronic migraine(Constant daily maigraine).For those with chronic migraine theres a few very new therapies from botox injections to relive the stress of the scalp on the skull to monthly injections that have had resounding results for some sufferes along side preventive medicines in over twenty years dealing with this disabilating illness we have found that the sucess of alternative remidies is mimimal if not negilable however theres always some that benifit against the norm.
There is a migraine clinic in Beaumount run by Dr Martin Rutlidge a very good consulant who trained under Dr peter Goadsby the head of migraine research wordlwide for a peroid of time under their guidance many new therapies have being brought to Ireland and helped many many patients who before were negilected and told to grin and bear it or as our first consultant told us learn to live with it.
The irish migraine socitiy are also very proactive and can be contacted for information
To anybody that suffers with this diabilating illness i wish you well and hope u find a suitable result for ur situtation with any morsel of info garnered from this thread "
Thank you, a very informative post. I'm aware of the clinic and its work but as I already mentioned, I don't want to take the medical route or HRT.
Maybe other sufferers on here find this information helpful. |
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By *j47Man
over a year ago
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"80% of migraine sufferes are women, 80% of those suffer hormonal migraines around their menstrual cycle for those either HRT or the menopause will erase their symtoms. The other 20% suffer from a various migraines from aura related to stomach and varing intensities of chronic migraine(Constant daily maigraine).For those with chronic migraine theres a few very new therapies from botox injections to relive the stress of the scalp on the skull to monthly injections that have had resounding results for some sufferes along side preventive medicines in over twenty years dealing with this disabilating illness we have found that the sucess of alternative remidies is mimimal if not negilable however theres always some that benifit against the norm.
There is a migraine clinic in Beaumount run by Dr Martin Rutlidge a very good consulant who trained under Dr peter Goadsby the head of migraine research wordlwide for a peroid of time under their guidance many new therapies have being brought to Ireland and helped many many patients who before were negilected and told to grin and bear it or as our first consultant told us learn to live with it.
The irish migraine socitiy are also very proactive and can be contacted for information
To anybody that suffers with this diabilating illness i wish you well and hope u find a suitable result for ur situtation with any morsel of info garnered from this thread
Thank you, a very informative post. I'm aware of the clinic and its work but as I already mentioned, I don't want to take the medical route or HRT.
Maybe other sufferers on here find this information helpful. "
I get what your after having tried reflexoligy, healers,even prayer meetings,herbalist, dietications with some results if short lived and many other things id even try running around the may pole nakid on may eve while not making light i mean we were desprate but every one is different and migranes hit in different ways hopefully you will find ur utopia |
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I suffered with migraines before turned out I was dehydrated and didn't even know it, drinking a few pints of hot water every morning sorted it straight away, proper hydration really is the cure for many ailments, I also knew a lad who suffered badly with migraines, turned out his blood pressure was off the charts and he was a heart attack wait to happen, he's on a concoction of tablets every day now so probably best off exploring this with a doctor |
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I have both ear daith piercings they did help for a while but unfortunately coming back again. Sometimes a clothes peg on the skin between thumb and finger works. As does the cooling strips for migraine either on forehead or back of neck. I take imigrain nasal sprays (work better than sumitriptan tablets) from gp. They are a hateful affliction. God love you. Fingers crossed you find something that works.
Angel x |
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By *ulu00Woman
over a year ago
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"I would like to hear alternative suggestions to treat migraines from others who suffer this - not looking for medical advice for over the counter or prescription drugs (got my GP/pharmacist for that)!
I try and avoid my triggers - I know what they are, some cannot be avoided. I rest in a dark room, drinking plenty of fluids with a cold compress when it hits (alongside the occasional painkillers - which do absolutely squat).
What have you tried or used to help when a migraine robs you of a couple of days of your life?"
White tiger balm and a daith piercing are my saving grace |
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"It can start in your twenties I just demanded hrt from my doc and it’s helped me so I’d ask your doctor normal age is from 40 on is when it starts hope something works for you
I've tried a few different hormonal interventions. They didn't work and came with horrid side effects...hence I specifically asked for advice on alternative remedies and treatments.
I'm also not the kind to go "demanding" anything. I ask politely and discuss pros and cons.
I'm glad it worked for you though "
Not a demanding person but when your at breaking point and you visit your gp and they give you the same old shit then some times you or us as females need to let them know how we are feeling and I get it you would prefer to go down the special K route and that’s your prerogative but I was only trying to help and I let people on here know my situation so if that’s how you respond to people that want too try and help ok
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"I suffered with migraines before turned out I was dehydrated and didn't even know it, drinking a few pints of hot water every morning sorted it straight away, proper hydration really is the cure for many ailments, I also knew a lad who suffered badly with migraines, turned out his blood pressure was off the charts and he was a heart attack wait to happen, he's on a concoction of tablets every day now so probably best off exploring this with a doctor "
Blood pressure not an issue, if anything I'm on the lower end - I might try the hot water in the morning, though I won't be able to stomach a couple of pints 
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"I have both ear daith piercings they did help for a while but unfortunately coming back again. Sometimes a clothes peg on the skin between thumb and finger works. As does the cooling strips for migraine either on forehead or back of neck. I take imigrain nasal sprays (work better than sumitriptan tablets) from gp. They are a hateful affliction. God love you. Fingers crossed you find something that works.
Angel x"
Yes, that point between thumb and index finger is called Hegu, an elimination or acupressure point...I do have a tendency to rub or press it. There's another point for headaches in particular right on top of your foot where the ankle meets the leg, just more difficult to reach...thank you. If I find a miracle cure, I'll be back to tell the tale |
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"It can start in your twenties I just demanded hrt from my doc and it’s helped me so I’d ask your doctor normal age is from 40 on is when it starts hope something works for you
I've tried a few different hormonal interventions. They didn't work and came with horrid side effects...hence I specifically asked for advice on alternative remedies and treatments.
I'm also not the kind to go "demanding" anything. I ask politely and discuss pros and cons.
I'm glad it worked for you though
Not a demanding person but when your at breaking point and you visit your gp and they give you the same old shit then some times you or us as females need to let them know how we are feeling and I get it you would prefer to go down the special K route and that’s your prerogative but I was only trying to help and I let people on here know my situation so if that’s how you respond to people that want too try and help ok
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I appreciate your input...HRT worked for you and I am delighted for you and yes, if you feel you're not being heard and listened to by your GP, then you may need to get more demanding.
Hormones made my migraines worse - I tried both the combination pill as well as progestin only which came with other side effects and just added to making my life worse. So hormones are not an option for me.
Im getting the feeling I've offended you with my initial response. I certainly didn't mean to |
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"I would like to hear alternative suggestions to treat migraines from others who suffer this - not looking for medical advice for over the counter or prescription drugs (got my GP/pharmacist for that)!
I try and avoid my triggers - I know what they are, some cannot be avoided. I rest in a dark room, drinking plenty of fluids with a cold compress when it hits (alongside the occasional painkillers - which do absolutely squat).
What have you tried or used to help when a migraine robs you of a couple of days of your life?
White tiger balm and a daith piercing are my saving grace"
I know I have tiger balm in the house somewhere and never thought of it for my migraines - I've used various ones for inflammation in my forearms.
Thank you |
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By *ulu00Woman
over a year ago
Donegal |
"I would like to hear alternative suggestions to treat migraines from others who suffer this - not looking for medical advice for over the counter or prescription drugs (got my GP/pharmacist for that)!
I try and avoid my triggers - I know what they are, some cannot be avoided. I rest in a dark room, drinking plenty of fluids with a cold compress when it hits (alongside the occasional painkillers - which do absolutely squat).
What have you tried or used to help when a migraine robs you of a couple of days of your life?
White tiger balm and a daith piercing are my saving grace
I know I have tiger balm in the house somewhere and never thought of it for my migraines - I've used various ones for inflammation in my forearms.
Thank you "
I have an anxiety piercing too which has helped |
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"I use a peppermint roll on stick for migraines. It can be got in health shops. Its natural, but if you apply too much to your forehead and temple ares it can slightly burn and irrate your eyes, so be careful.
Or if you have an burner or infuser, a few drops of peppermint in some water in the room where your sitting. "
Second this while it don’t cure it I find it definitely helps and reduces the use of over the counter meds! |
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I used to get a lot of migranes and one thing i found worked for me was a tea made from feverfew plant leaves. It contained parthenolide (might not be spelt right) which is realy good at preventing migranes, when i started having this tea a couple times a week if really cut down how often i got migranes from about 2-3 a week to maybe 5 a year. |
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"Try visiting a physio/ chiropractor. I did & they stretched my neck & back to release pressure, it worked for about 3 years, so I went back & got it done again. Failing that acupuncture also helps"
I second the physio.. Some of them specialise in it. I can recommend one in Galway for anyone who needs.. |
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I suffered the exact same, roughly every 3-5 days apart.
Doc gave me Tylex and my life totally changed!
Up to then I was taking normal painkillers but blood tests showed I was damaging my liver. It was assumed I was an alcoholic - Gamma gt was through the roof (thanks to paracetamol which had little/no effect)
Tylex can be addictive but under control can be life changing |
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"I suffered the exact same, roughly every 3-5 days apart.
Doc gave me Tylex and my life totally changed!
Up to then I was taking normal painkillers but blood tests showed I was damaging my liver. It was assumed I was an alcoholic - Gamma gt was through the roof (thanks to paracetamol which had little/no effect)
Tylex can be addictive but under control can be life changing"
Similar for me.. But Forvex. After physio I rarely need them.. |
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By *OCONO5Couple
over a year ago
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I get them to often...there is a multi pack of tablets ...pink and yellow colored...they do work a treat..can't remember the name ...other than that...its a few days in bed where I convince my self I'm never eating chocolate again
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White tiger balm and a daith piercing are my saving grace
I know I have tiger balm in the house somewhere and never thought of it for my migraines - I've used various ones for inflammation in my forearms.
Thank you
I have an anxiety piercing too which has helped "
That's great, particularly if anxiety triggers your migraines.
My trigger isn't anxiety and though I did a quick scan of such a piercing and do like the look of them, I'm wary of the healing time, possible infections etc. I'm just looking for less invasive methods but I really appreciate your advice and experience. |
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"I used to get a lot of migranes and one thing i found worked for me was a tea made from feverfew plant leaves. It contained parthenolide (might not be spelt right) which is realy good at preventing migranes, when i started having this tea a couple times a week if really cut down how often i got migranes from about 2-3 a week to maybe 5 a year."
This looks interesting, hopefully my local health food shop stocks this so I may try it . Thanks |
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"I suffered the exact same, roughly every 3-5 days apart.
Doc gave me Tylex and my life totally changed!
Up to then I was taking normal painkillers but blood tests showed I was damaging my liver. It was assumed I was an alcoholic - Gamma gt was through the roof (thanks to paracetamol which had little/no effect)
Tylex can be addictive but under control can be life changing"
God love you - every 3-5 days. My heart goes out to you suffering headaches or migraine that frequently!!!
Over the counter painkillers have no effect on my migraines so I rarely bother anymore. I've also tried prescription drugs and they did nothing! On a rare occasion, I might take ibuprofen with Codein, which is the active ingredient in Tylex but it's highly addictive and it's just not a path I want to take, and 9 times out of 10, it just doesn't work for me either.
I'd love to treat the source of the symptoms - which are hormonal, and I've tried without success. I'll just have to wait for menopause to set in, which I'm sure will not be fun either.
I'm looking for non-invasive and non-toxic alternative remedies.
I know I can possibly do more with hydration and nutrition...teas and essential oils are definitely something I'll try...
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"Try visiting a physio/ chiropractor. I did & they stretched my neck & back to release pressure, it worked for about 3 years, so I went back & got it done again. Failing that acupuncture also helps
I second the physio.. Some of them specialise in it. I can recommend one in Galway for anyone who needs.."
What kind of physio? What area of your body did they manipulate to help with your migraines?
It's great that you got relief and found the source of your symptom.
My source is hormonal, not posture, and not alignment of the body hence I don't think a physio would help... |
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"Unfortunately mine where hormone related, and nothing worked when they were bad,and that was every month, fortunately since the menopause they disappeared completely "
Delighted to hear that it's sorted for you |
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"I get them to often...there is a multi pack of tablets ...pink and yellow colored...they do work a treat..can't remember the name ...other than that...its a few days in bed where I convince my self I'm never eating chocolate again
Mr "
I would hate chocolate to be a trigger, life wouldn't be worth living |
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"Morning the cure for your migraine is a place in County Monaghan Smithborough the is a Holy well there. If you Google it look up Planxty Well ..it will help you. "
I did Google it and saw the queues
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"I would like to hear alternative suggestions to treat migraines from others who suffer this - not looking for medical advice for over the counter or prescription drugs (got my GP/pharmacist for that)!
I try and avoid my triggers - I know what they are, some cannot be avoided. I rest in a dark room, drinking plenty of fluids with a cold compress when it hits (alongside the occasional painkillers - which do absolutely squat).
What have you tried or used to help when a migraine robs you of a couple of days of your life?"
have you try'd sex I know its good for stress and if there's no percy available some self loving be worth a shot  |
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"I would like to hear alternative suggestions to treat migraines from others who suffer this - not looking for medical advice for over the counter or prescription drugs (got my GP/pharmacist for that)!
I try and avoid my triggers - I know what they are, some cannot be avoided. I rest in a dark room, drinking plenty of fluids with a cold compress when it hits (alongside the occasional painkillers - which do absolutely squat).
What have you tried or used to help when a migraine robs you of a couple of days of your life?
have you try'd sex I know its good for stress and if there's no percy available some self loving be worth a shot "
Ah Hardy, Hardy, Hardy...at which point - before throwing up or after |
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"Try visiting a physio/ chiropractor. I did & they stretched my neck & back to release pressure, it worked for about 3 years, so I went back & got it done again. Failing that acupuncture also helps
I second the physio.. Some of them specialise in it. I can recommend one in Galway for anyone who needs..
What kind of physio? What area of your body did they manipulate to help with your migraines?
It's great that you got relief and found the source of your symptom.
My source is hormonal, not posture, and not alignment of the body hence I don't think a physio would help..."
As I understand it.. the theory is that the physio works whatever the source. The focus is on the vertebraes that are associated with the nerves that typically cause the pain. During the session she exerts specific ones and essentially reproduces the migraine sensation. After a few sessions the intent is numbing the particular sense/nerve..
I've also had the more generic posture focused physio. That helped me very little. |
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"Try visiting a physio/ chiropractor. I did & they stretched my neck & back to release pressure, it worked for about 3 years, so I went back & got it done again. Failing that acupuncture also helps
I second the physio.. Some of them specialise in it. I can recommend one in Galway for anyone who needs..
What kind of physio? What area of your body did they manipulate to help with your migraines?
It's great that you got relief and found the source of your symptom.
My source is hormonal, not posture, and not alignment of the body hence I don't think a physio would help...
As I understand it.. the theory is that the physio works whatever the source. The focus is on the vertebraes that are associated with the nerves that typically cause the pain. During the session she exerts specific ones and essentially reproduces the migraine sensation. After a few sessions the intent is numbing the particular sense/nerve..
I've also had the more generic posture focused physio. That helped me very little."
Interesting, I'll look into that further |
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A really good Chiro reduces the severity and frequency of mine to manageable levels. I found Botox reduced them further. The ocular disturbances was the worst, very frustrating. I don’t miss them. |
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"A really good Chiro reduces the severity and frequency of mine to manageable levels. I found Botox reduced them further. The ocular disturbances was the worst, very frustrating. I don’t miss them. "
Delighted it worked for you |
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Like you from time to time have spates of migraines! Tried everything… (docs put me in beta blockers to dilate blood vesssels in brain however side effects were worse than the problem!!) diet helped a bit, but only thing I found to work (and it’s not cheap) is I go for reflexology every fortnight! Has reduced them considerably along with couple other things I suffered with too! Xx |
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"Like you from time to time have spates of migraines! Tried everything… (docs put me in beta blockers to dilate blood vesssels in brain however side effects were worse than the problem!!) diet helped a bit, but only thing I found to work (and it’s not cheap) is I go for reflexology every fortnight! Has reduced them considerably along with couple other things I suffered with too! Xx "
Aw, I'm delighted reflexology helps you with them . I believe that some private healthcare providers offer a rebate on a certain amount of reflexology sessions a year...if you have private healthcare and a reflexologist who will give you a receipt for the service. |
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I suffered them for years, luckily they haven't bothered me since 2007,i found massaging lavender oil into my temples ad nape of my neck helped. Dark chocolate was a trigger for me so cut that out. |
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"I suffered them for years, luckily they haven't bothered me since 2007,i found massaging lavender oil into my temples ad nape of my neck helped. Dark chocolate was a trigger for me so cut that out. "
Lavender is my pet hate
Glad it's worked for you |
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I bought a shatki accupressure mat its incredible. I roll it up and put it under my neck in dark room. 20 to 30 mins later migraine is replaced with a very mild headache. |
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"A la carte, just wondering how you got on? Find anything that helped? "
Mine are hormonal, so the next monthly migraine would be on the cards in the next week or so...I had a, what I believe to be weather related headache Thursday/Friday, which I thought might turn nasty - thankfully it didn't.
I was visiting family, they use Kangen water (which my sister swears by - I'm a little more sceptical), which I drank.
I've started taking CBD oil. I was looking at the tea someone recommended but noted it can be hard on the stomach, which would be a no go for me. That'll be a question next time for the health food store .
I know that reflexology can be a good tool but that needs regular treatments which I can ill afford.
Next step is a recommendation I received for a chiropractor but I'll see what, if any, impact is made by the CBD over the next couple of months .
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"I bought a shatki accupressure mat its incredible. I roll it up and put it under my neck in dark room. 20 to 30 mins later migraine is replaced with a very mild headache."
Are those the ones that are like a bed of nails? My brother-in-law has those and walks and/or lies on them! All I can say is - ouch  |
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unfortunately after catching covid few weeks back it triggered mine. I rarely get them once every x amount of years but they would last for week or more.
Tramadol used to help but not this time. I find best thing is frozen peas or ice bag.
You have my sympathy as i know how bad they can be |
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"I bought a shatki accupressure mat its incredible. I roll it up and put it under my neck in dark room. 20 to 30 mins later migraine is replaced with a very mild headache.
Are those the ones that are like a bed of nails? My brother-in-law has those and walks and/or lies on them! All I can say is - ouch "
Yip that's the one. I absolutely love mine. Google them, most people love them. I fall asleep on mine now |
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"I bought a shatki accupressure mat its incredible. I roll it up and put it under my neck in dark room. 20 to 30 mins later migraine is replaced with a very mild headache.
Are those the ones that are like a bed of nails? My brother-in-law has those and walks and/or lies on them! All I can say is - ouch
Yip that's the one. I absolutely love mine. Google them, most people love them. I fall asleep on mine now"
Thanks for the advice! I'm googling now... |
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"unfortunately after catching covid few weeks back it triggered mine. I rarely get them once every x amount of years but they would last for week or more.
Tramadol used to help but not this time. I find best thing is frozen peas or ice bag.
You have my sympathy as i know how bad they can be "
I hope Covid was a once off trigger and you've recovered in full!
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"I bought a shatki accupressure mat its incredible. I roll it up and put it under my neck in dark room. 20 to 30 mins later migraine is replaced with a very mild headache.
Are those the ones that are like a bed of nails? My brother-in-law has those and walks and/or lies on them! All I can say is - ouch
Yip that's the one. I absolutely love mine. Google them, most people love them. I fall asleep on mine now"
Managed to get a hold of one of these with a neck pillow second hand. Have to wear a t-shirt to be lying on it though because ouch - though admittedly, it's not half as painful as I thought it would be! I'm not going to be falling asleep on it though. I have used it all sorts of ways, just resting feet on it, lying on it like you would on a yoga mat and the pillow under the neck etc...for the BDSMers here, it could well be used as a torture tool . This coming week will tell whether it helps. Though I have started CBD oil a week or two earlier, so it could be that too or a combination of both...
Mind, I better not count the chickens before they're hatched Roll on a migraine free week, please |
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Have suffered from migraines for a number of years, bar taking stuff like neurofen (wrong spelling I know) what works for me is either the deep heat roll on plus an ice pack to the back of my head or drops of olbus oil to the back of my head plus the ice pack, weird combo but works for me plus dark room etc |
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"Have suffered from migraines for a number of years, bar taking stuff like neurofen (wrong spelling I know) what works for me is either the deep heat roll on plus an ice pack to the back of my head or drops of olbus oil to the back of my head plus the ice pack, weird combo but works for me plus dark room etc"
OTC painkillers do nothing for me... like popping smarties unfortunately so I don't bother anymore. I couldn't imagine deep heat anywhere near me when I'm suffering a migraine!!! Ice pack absolutely, olbas oil is probably lovely and refreshing...thanks |
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"I got my tragus pierced over 9 years ago. Gone from 3-4 dingers of migraines a month to maybe one a year. I’m constantly fiddling with the piercing. Apparently it’s a pressure point. "
Delighted you found something that helped. I've heard a good few mention it...maybe one day I'll be brave enough for another piercing |
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"I got my tragus pierced over 9 years ago. Gone from 3-4 dingers of migraines a month to maybe one a year. I’m constantly fiddling with the piercing. Apparently it’s a pressure point.
Delighted you found something that helped. I've heard a good few mention it...maybe one day I'll be brave enough for another piercing "
Just one tiny little prick  |
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"I got my tragus pierced over 9 years ago. Gone from 3-4 dingers of migraines a month to maybe one a year. I’m constantly fiddling with the piercing. Apparently it’s a pressure point. "
That actually did work on karen. Migraines reduced drastically.
Down side....Now she has to find other excuses not to have sex. |
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"I got my tragus pierced over 9 years ago. Gone from 3-4 dingers of migraines a month to maybe one a year. I’m constantly fiddling with the piercing. Apparently it’s a pressure point.
Delighted you found something that helped. I've heard a good few mention it...maybe one day I'll be brave enough for another piercing
Just one tiny little prick "
I prefer the larger kind |
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"I got my tragus pierced over 9 years ago. Gone from 3-4 dingers of migraines a month to maybe one a year. I’m constantly fiddling with the piercing. Apparently it’s a pressure point.
That actually did work on karen. Migraines reduced drastically.
Down side....Now she has to find other excuses not to have sex. "
Excuses not to have sex?! Never |
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So I (believe) I may have actually found my cure/prevention for headaches and migraines!!! If this is the case, it's an absolute game changer! And I wanted to share as it's a treatment which is free and only takes a couple of minutes of your own time .
A little background as per some Google searches on the vagus nerve or vagal nerves, which are stimulated in this exercise. These run from the head down either side of your body and are connected with the digestive system. According to my searches, stimulating the vagal nerves can have a positive impact on the immune system, the digestive system and the circulatory system.
The exercise in question, can help with headaches, neck and shoulder pain and the systems the vagal nerves are linked to (see above).
Take a seat on a chair, sofa, bed, whatever. Place your feet firmly on the ground.
Do a neck stretch by turning your head to the right, exhale into the stretch, hold for a couple of seconds. Inhale to return to center and repeat to the left side.
Now facing forward again, place both hands on the back of your head. Keep the head! facing forward, while looking (only using your eyes for this movement) as far to your right as you can. Focus on a point until you either get the urge to yawn, sigh or feel the need to take a deep breath in. This may take 3 seconds or 30...repeat to the left side.
Now return your hands to your lap and repeat the neck stretch as described above.
Done.
I have been doing these exercises 3x a day for a week during a time I know I get a migraine because they are linked to my menstrual cycle.
The first time I did the exercise I had a headache simmering in the background. It was gone 30 minutes later.
The following morning I woke up with a headache, did the exercise - gone in 15 minutes.
I told a relative who suffers from regular headaches - she also managed to clear a headache this way.
I'm not a medical expert. Do seek advice from a professional if you have concerns...but chrikey - I didn't get my monthly migraine! And I'm ecstatic
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I've a friend who suffer desperately from migraine;!
And often I'd find pressure points in the side of her neck when massaged first nearly cause her to pass out ,but minutes later she feels alot better so I think I understand where you are coming from |
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We have just had to change our lights in our office. They were 6ft led strip lights . The ladies were getting migraines after working in there.
I went to our electrical wholesaler who we got them off and he said it’s not unheard of . They were changing all the lights in a big solicitors office because of the same reason.
If you film on our office and play it back in slow motion you can see them flickering, presumably switching on and off 50 times a second.
Just thought we’d mention it. |
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"I've a friend who suffer desperately from migraine;!
And often I'd find pressure points in the side of her neck when massaged first nearly cause her to pass out ,but minutes later she feels alot better so I think I understand where you are coming from "
Now you can tell her about the exercise too |
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" We have just had to change our lights in our office. They were 6ft led strip lights . The ladies were getting migraines after working in there.
I went to our electrical wholesaler who we got them off and he said it’s not unheard of . They were changing all the lights in a big solicitors office because of the same reason.
If you film on our office and play it back in slow motion you can see them flickering, presumably switching on and off 50 times a second.
Just thought we’d mention it."
Flickering lights are definitely a trigger for some!!! |
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Would you consider a medical daith piercing I know they are quite costly but having it done properly helps 94% of those who take the none medicine route. Helped with boobs migraines caused by her ms. Also wondering if you have had the scans done to see if there is anything internal that is the cause |
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"So I (believe) I may have actually found my cure/prevention for headaches and migraines!!! If this is the case, it's an absolute game changer! And I wanted to share as it's a treatment which is free and only takes a couple of minutes of your own time .
A little background as per some Google searches on the vagus nerve or vagal nerves, which are stimulated in this exercise. These run from the head down either side of your body and are connected with the digestive system. According to my searches, stimulating the vagal nerves can have a positive impact on the immune system, the digestive system and the circulatory system.
The exercise in question, can help with headaches, neck and shoulder pain and the systems the vagal nerves are linked to (see above).
Take a seat on a chair, sofa, bed, whatever. Place your feet firmly on the ground.
Do a neck stretch by turning your head to the right, exhale into the stretch, hold for a couple of seconds. Inhale to return to center and repeat to the left side.
Now facing forward again, place both hands on the back of your head. Keep the head! facing forward, while looking (only using your eyes for this movement) as far to your right as you can. Focus on a point until you either get the urge to yawn, sigh or feel the need to take a deep breath in. This may take 3 seconds or 30...repeat to the left side.
Now return your hands to your lap and repeat the neck stretch as described above.
Done.
I have been doing these exercises 3x a day for a week during a time I know I get a migraine because they are linked to my menstrual cycle.
The first time I did the exercise I had a headache simmering in the background. It was gone 30 minutes later.
The following morning I woke up with a headache, did the exercise - gone in 15 minutes.
I told a relative who suffers from regular headaches - she also managed to clear a headache this way.
I'm not a medical expert. Do seek advice from a professional if you have concerns...but chrikey - I didn't get my monthly migraine! And I'm ecstatic
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If you are genuinely interested, you could try some remedies suggested by Dr.Huberman.
Google "How to Stop Headaches Using Science-Based Approaches Huberman Lab Podcast"
He's not a Dr.Oz type, but an actual doctor that is highly recognised in his field.
I'd love to hear if anyone sees results |
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"Great news for you I am delighted that you finally have relief
The search goes on here
Thank you - try the exercise I described above! "
Being there done that unfortunatly migrane is a complex issue and while one thing works for some it doesnt for others.
Theres a lot of issues not for public consumption to explain but i am truly delighted u have found ur utiopia in this |
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The piercing is something I may consider but not now that I have something which works for me
I never went for scans. There was no need - when I get a migraine, I can tell you what day of my monthly cycle I'm on, it's that accurate and timely!
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"Great news for you I am delighted that you finally have relief
The search goes on here
Thank you - try the exercise I described above!
Being there done that unfortunatly migrane is a complex issue and while one thing works for some it doesnt for others.
Theres a lot of issues not for public consumption to explain but i am truly delighted u have found ur utiopia in this "
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"If you are genuinely interested, you could try some remedies suggested by Dr.Huberman.
Google "How to Stop Headaches Using Science-Based Approaches Huberman Lab Podcast"
He's not a Dr.Oz type, but an actual doctor that is highly recognised in his field.
I'd love to hear if anyone sees results "
I will have a look at this. Thanks for the tip |
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"If you are genuinely interested, you could try some remedies suggested by Dr.Huberman.
Google "How to Stop Headaches Using Science-Based Approaches Huberman Lab Podcast"
He's not a Dr.Oz type, but an actual doctor that is highly recognised in his field.
I'd love to hear if anyone sees results "
That is one very detailed, comprehensive and informative podcast! Well worth the listen, even at that length.
Thanks for sharing. |
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"I got a gel ice cap or helmet x it works wonders for mine covers head and eyes look it up on Amazon hope this helps xpx "
Got one of those too . Somewhat soothing but neither a preventive nor a curing method for me |
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I try and avoid my triggers - I know what they are, some cannot be avoided. I rest in a dark room, drinking plenty of fluids with a cold compress when it hits (alongside the occasional painkillers - which do absolutely squat).
What have you tried or used to help when a migraine robs you of a couple of days of your life?"
I've similarly problems, only thing seems to work is rest sleep if possible and excederin too |
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"I would like to hear alternative suggestions to treat migraines from others who suffer this - not looking for medical advice for over the counter or prescription drugs (got my GP/pharmacist for that)!
I try and avoid my triggers - I know what they are, some cannot be avoided. I rest in a dark room, drinking plenty of fluids with a cold compress when it hits (alongside the occasional painkillers - which do absolutely squat).
What have you tried or used to help when a migraine robs you of a couple of days of your life?
I've similarly problems, only thing seems to work is rest sleep if possible and excederin too"
I've a post a little further up from yesterday with an exercise which has gotten rid of/prevented mine and there's a link to a very informative and detailed YouTube video to a Dr Hubermann with some excellent advice for those who suffer with all sorts of different kinds of headaches |
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"I would like to hear alternative suggestions to treat migraines from others who suffer this - not looking for medical advice for over the counter or prescription drugs (got my GP/pharmacist for that)!
I try and avoid my triggers - I know what they are, some cannot be avoided. I rest in a dark room, drinking plenty of fluids with a cold compress when it hits (alongside the occasional painkillers - which do absolutely squat).
What have you tried or used to help when a migraine robs you of a couple of days of your life?
I've similarly problems, only thing seems to work is rest sleep if possible and excederin too
I've a post a little further up from yesterday with an exercise which has gotten rid of/prevented mine and there's a link to a very informative and detailed YouTube video to a Dr Hubermann with some excellent advice for those who suffer with all sorts of different kinds of headaches "
Glad to hear that you found his content useful! |
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