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Are there any new treatments for Migraine headaches?
I started having Migraines at 15. By the time I was 20 I was having them everyday. They just vary in pain levels; sometimes I have the full blown; pounding, cant, eat, sleep, nausea, light sensitivity etc. Where all I can to is hide in a dark, quiet room with an ice bag on my head, these can last for 3 days. While other times, it is moderate pain that I can treat with pain medication and be able to somewhat manage the day. I never drive while on narcotics. (I just don't want that to be an issue)
Over the years I have been to numerous neurologists, had every conceivable scan and test. I have been in pain clinics, in Chicago, San Fransisco and Utah. I have been on every drug or herb that promised relief- or prevention, nothing helps. When Imitrex was introduced, it sounded like a miracle. The very first injection stopped my heart; even though I have no heart problems. It was a blessing that I was in the hospital when they tried it, so they could get my heart going again. Because of that extreme reaction I was cautioned to never try Triptans again. So I cannot use; Relpax, Axert, Frova, Amerge, Maxalt, Zomigh or Treximet. I have heard that Botox helps. But there is no way I can afford the hundreds it would cost.
Is anyone aware of anything new- I'm honestly at the end of my road- Thirty years of constant pain is too long.
I never eat cheese, chocolate or consume alcohol of any kind. I honestly think I have been on every medication, type, including the ergotomines, anti-depressents, calcium channel blockers, anit inflamitories. So many herbs among them fever few, really far too many to list. They had me on ms contin (a slow acting morphine that I used 3 times daily. Honestly everything. I was just wondering if there was any thing "new". I never want to give up trying to find relief.
I do appreciate the time you both took to email me. I try and exercise both mentally and physically everyday, unless I am in too much pain to leave the dark. I have never tried the hot compress on the neck, I have always used ice on both my forehead and neck. I will give that a try.
And I have been through chiropractic care too. Some who did full adjustments, others who did little clicking sounds in my ear, telling me they were adjusting the small bones of the inner ear and neck. Another had me hold a blow dryer and turned it on. He then said I was hyper sensitive to electricity, and I needed to avoid being around any electric appliances or towers. SIGH
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- Anonymous1 decade agoFavorite Answer
The four ‘Cs’ of food – caffeine, chocolate, citrus fruits and cheese are the major dietary culprits behind migraine.
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Red wine and fried foods are also suspected for triggering it.
A hot compress on the neck and a cold one on the forehead give some relief. Avoid hot one on the neck if it creates more trouble.
There is no known medical cure for migraine headaches, and often migraine sufferers become discouraged when treatments do not rectify the problem. Doctors often prescribe a combination of medications such as abortive and preventative drugs, to try and prevent the migraine before it begins or lessen the pain when a migraine strikes.
Abortive medications will stop the headache and may prevent the recurrence of symptoms. They should be taken at the first indication of a migraine headache. Over-the-counter medications include Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID’s) such as ibuprofen, ketoprofen, and naproxen as well as aspirin.
Prescribed medications include ergotamine, a vasoconstrictor, and serotonin receptor agonists. Preventive medication is specifically geared towards people who suffer from recurrent migraines, experiencing at least one a week, and includes prescription medication such as beta-blockers, anti-depressants, anti-convulsants and calcium channel blockers.
Natural Remedies
Herbal and homeopathic remedies can offer an effective natural solution and can be of assistance in alleviating the painful and discomforting symptoms of a migraine. Herbs such as Silybum marianus (Milk Thistle), Passiflora Incarnata and Hypericum perforatum (also known as St. John’s Wort) can be extremely beneficial in helping to soothe the recurrence of pounding headaches. In addition, studies have suggested that the herb Feverfew, when used regularly, can help to eliminate or greatly reduce the frequency and severity of headaches and migraines.
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- 1 decade ago
What you need to do is exercise your mind more. The more you create synaptic connections and strengthen those connections, the longer it will take for your brain's sulci to widen. Try doing Sudoku, or puzzles, or even math - Or learning a new language could definitely be something that you could focus on for an extended period. Mostly just keeping your mind active is what I find helps most.
- Anonymous5 years ago
i know its old fashioned but it really works for me i get an ice cube and rub it on my head for about 20 sec....take it off fotr 20...back for 20 also try and get around comfortable smells!
