Ugh migraines!!!!!

kristentinnelly Posted: Jan 19, 2009 08:06 AM

Ugh migraines!!!!!

Does anyone else get migraines? I woke up with a horrible one today and I hate it. I've been getting them since 3rd grade and I'm so sick of them. I'm basically done for the day. My medicine makes me soooo tired that I dont want to do anything.

Im a Pepper Posted: Jan 19, 2009 08:12 AM

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Aww! I don't get them but I'm sorry you're not feeling well I hope it goes away soon!

CandB4604 Posted: Jan 19, 2009 08:32 AM

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Yes- I definitely get them at least 3x/year. I'm so sorry!

Djenki2 Posted: Jan 19, 2009 08:34 AM

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I do too :( they're horrible. i used to take triptans but I didn't like the way they make me feel so I just stick to Excedrin Migraine. Dehydration and fatigue make mine worse so I try to stay well hydrated and sleep, when i can...

FutureSMwifey Posted: Jan 19, 2009 08:36 AM

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Yes I do and they are AWFUL! I got them alot worse and more frequent when I was in elementary school. I take Excedrin Migraine ..it works better then any prescription meds I was ever given...have you tried it?

ALl the caffiene in it seems to help the migraine

MrsDtoBe09 Posted: Jan 19, 2009 08:39 AM

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Aww, I don't but I just wanted to say hope you feel better soon!

FutureMrsC614 Posted: Jan 19, 2009 09:46 AM

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there is a new medication called Frova that you can get from your doctor. It's similiar to imitrex except it works much better. you can have a migraine for a week, and take a dose or 2 of this medication, and it will be relieved.

digio809 Posted: Jan 19, 2009 09:52 AM

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Sorry Kristin! Feel better!!

LeeAnne Posted: Jan 19, 2009 09:54 AM

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i was just at the neurologist this week! i have a headache at least 5 times a week and out of those 5 probably 2 turn into migrains. i was on neurontin and topamaz but they didnt work great. he just switched me to maxalt. it desolves on your tongue and it the fastest way to get into the blood stream. we'll see if it works

try not to eat/drink foods that trigger migraines:

alcohol
chocolate
aged cheeses
MSG
Aspertame
caffeine
nuts
nitrates
citrus fruits

ttdiff11 Posted: Jan 19, 2009 09:55 AM

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yes, i get them. i have actually had a badd headache for the past 3 days. i pretty much do what you are doing, just sleeping and hoping it goes away soon! i hope u feel better!!!!

BAL5-9-05 Posted: Jan 19, 2009 10:13 AM

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I've been using Maxalt for years....ask you're neurologist about it....it doesn't make you tired.

LeeAnne Posted: Jan 19, 2009 10:16 AM

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Posted by BAL5-9-05

I've been using Maxalt for years....ask you're neurologist about it....it doesn't make you tired.

do you like maxalt??? i just started on it.

GT143EA Posted: Jan 19, 2009 11:17 AM

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I get them! They stink! Im sorry your in pain

FutureMrsG Posted: Jan 19, 2009 12:53 PM

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I get really bad migraines...have you talked to your doctor about talking medication eveyday that will prevent the onset of the headaches?

Celeste617 Posted: Jan 19, 2009 01:00 PM

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I hope you feel better

I get at least 2 or 3 a month (during the BAD week) and every once in awhile for reasons unbeknownst to me. I usually just take Excedrin and try to relax and keep the noise to a minimum. Sometimes I'll even take a benadryl to knock my butt out and use a moist heat pack on my eyes and face. I tend to wake up feeling like a completely different person.