I have horrible migraine headaches, can you help me?
I’m a sixteen year old girl and for the last three months I’ve had extremely painful migraine headaches. I’ve been to the doctor and he’s given me prescriptions for Midrin and for Ulrum. Neither of these worked for the pain, which is generally in the back of my head or like a halo on the top of my head. He also has given me a prescription for Darvacet, which worked great for the pain but put me to sleep and made me so loopy I couldn’t function. When I have my headaches I have extreme sensitivity to light and sound and sleeping seems to be the only way I have any relief. They are so bad that I can’t get myself out of bed and they are causing be to miss school. Do you have any advice for me, and is there a medicine that you have used that I can ask my doctor about.
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i get those too!
i’m 15.
i know it sounds stupid but tylenol rapid release works SO good.
you should try it and let me know how it works.
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excedrine migraine.
avoiding certain foods can help like
cheese and chocolate
hope this helps
i used to get headaches a lot and it was because i was anemic.
I’m going thru the same thing and find that yoga helps.. try the spine twist! Good luck hun
Birth control pills sometimes lessen migraines, especially if they seem to be cycle related.
Also, seeing a chiropractor may help. Your headaches can be caused by issues in other parts of your body. – It’s your brain’s way of saying “Hey pay attention to me” (headaches in general, not migraines specifically)
Other than that, herbal tea and sleep is the only relief I’ve ever found. If it’s any consolation, Mine have lessened over the years.
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These treatments sometimes take a while to show any benefit and seldom eliminate attacks entirely so you will also need an effective compatible acute treatment for breakthrough attacks.
If remedies purchased from your chemist are not bringing you significant relief your doctor can prescribe stronger pain killers or painkillers combined with anti-sickness ingredients.
Ergotamine can be effective in aborting migraine attacks and many people have found it helpful but it is now less frequently prescribed because of fears about its addictive potential.
There are also drugs which act directly to correct the serotonin imbalance in the brain during a migraine attack. These are available on prescription only and are not suitable for all patients.
Acute treatments are available in a variety of different forms including tablets, capsules, powders, suppositories, injections, nasal spays and inhalers. It may be beneficial to try a treatment in another form.
If your attacks are very frequent your doctor may prescribe preventative medication which you will need to take every day.
These treatments sometimes take a while to show any benefit and seldom eliminate attacks entirely so you will also need an effective compatible acute treatment for breakthrough attacks.
Non drug treatments and self help measures can also be very beneficial:
* Relaxation can be extremely beneficial both in preventing attacks and helping to cope with the pain.
* Eat regularly to keep blood sugar levels stable (no longer than 3 hours between food during the day or 12 hours overnight).
* Take sensible breaks after working or learning, especially if you use a VDU or if your work is repetitive and/or stressful.
Regular exercise can be beneficial
Herbal remedies, specially tinted glasses, dental splints, devices that emit electronic impulses, magnetic devices, homeopathy, acupuncture, chiropractic and various methods of encouraging relaxation have also been helpful for some people.
Migraine is a complex and individual condition and it is important to persevere until you find the right treatment or combination of treatments which works for YOU.
Many migraineurs now live completely normal lives free from attacks because they have learned to control their condition.
Hope i helped
you can take hydrocodone or oxycodone or tylenol 3 all which has to be surbcribed. I use these for my headaches and backaches.
Migraines are no fun, they are life altering, and are most certanily debalitating. I was diagnosed with them 17 years ago. When I get into status migranosis (a migraine lasting over 72hrs) my nerologist calls in a home health nurse for iv medication for three days.
You asked about other things you can talk to your doctor about, you may want to mention some migraine medications called Triptans. They are my first line of defense when it comes to migraines. I will mention a few: Maxalt, Imitrext, Treximet, Amerge. While they are not narcotics they are still not without side effects. They will often take me from a HUGE migraine to pain free in about 40 mins. Despite what some may say or think, you cannot “learn” to control this disease”. You can learn your triggers, you can take your rescue medication early, but make no mistake migraine is not just a headache it is a disease. Magnum is a wonderful site if you want to check it out. Very helpful information.
Good luck to you.