Migraine with no end in sight

[mmchant]

Hi everyone. I’ve been in bed for the last 2 days with a migraine. I haven’t gone to work,it’s difficult to eat, and no medication seems to be helping.. what do I do ☹️ I feel like this migraine is never going away

[BreezyHaze]

Have you ever suffered before? if so and your usual medication isn't helping then you'll need to change meds (this is usual, as time goes on meds that once worked don't anymore). Or if you have never suffered before, I'd go to the doctor as soon as you can. I understand this is difficult if you cannot leave bed, i know I cannot for days with migraine, but if you can. Probably need some more background information about you too help - as above, history and what meds you have tried etc. I hope you feel better very soon!. (ps; I'm a sufferer of 25 years, have had my worst ever cluster recently lasting now on and off for 3 months....).

[5555aniceta]

So so sorry I know that pain 😞

[cazlooks]

'Brain & spine' site recommends a lot of natural cures you can take for a migranious life. It doesn't take away all your migraines but it can leave you with better resistance. Magnesium, Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) and Riboflavin (400mg of B2).

[Adriana5631]

Also add Butterbur, Feverfew and Milk Thistle to the ones Cazlooks recommends.

[Adriana5631]

Furthermore, if you eliminate ALL sugars, grains and most carbs from your diet, you will see a dramatic improvement in your migraines! Check out Dr Turknett’s book ‘The Migraine Miracle.’ I have a 45 yr history of migraines, and though the Stanton Protocol helped for a while, by far this way of eating has shown the most promising results. Dr Turknett is a Neurologist and a migraineur himself. I also understand migraines so much better now and consequently handle them better. It takes courage and resilience to give these foods up, but having, for example, 8 consecutive migraine-free days compared to DAILY crippling migraines, makes it all worth while. Plus you’ll be doing your overall health a huge favour! And just to let you know, I have had 45 years at my disposal to try EVERYTHING! Best of luck, as migraines can rule and ruine your life.

[Susannagrout]

I agree with Adriana. Since starting a LCHF diet (low carb high fat) my migraine has gone from 4 consecutive days two to three times per month to 2 consecutive days - still on the two to three times per month and still having daily headaches but an improvement. And I feel stronger and recovering more quickly from the two days of pain and vomiting. It's early days for me as I've only been doing it for 6 weeks. Good luck but you can do it.

[Susannagrout in reply to Susannagrout]

Oh and if you can manage it get some rehydration electrolytes down you!

[lizziepops]

My advice is to make an appointment with the National Migraine Centre. I have had migraine for 40+ years. I self referred myself last year and was a tad sceptical that anyone could help me. I was a teacher for all of that time and felt guilty when I had an attack as the response from one head was less than empathetic. I'd tried all the meds and weird n wonderful treatments which didn't really help.

The NMC listened to me and put me on a program that initially lasted 12 weeks, then a program for life. It was rather tough to start but I am happy to say that it has changed my life. I do have the occasional episode but they don't last as long and more often than not can be stopped in their tracks. Mind you saying that might bring one on!

[Clydelle in reply to lizziepops]

Did you have to go to the migraine centre for consecutive appointments? I think that it is in London and that could be tricky for me from where I live. Would you mind please sharing a bit about what the NMC did for you e.g. preventive medication, Cephaly machines etc. This would really help me to make the decision of whether to make an appointment or not. Thank you so much! Glad to hear that you found some help.

[lizziepops in reply to Clydelle]

Hi, I think I need to tell you some background info. My migraine was inherited from all sides of my family and in the 70s there wasn't much choice of cure or prevention. I was eventually prescribed Imigran, now Sumatriptan either tablet or injection, but I still suffered badly. I had a test for food intolerance which identified nearly everything I ate. I was therefore rather limited to say the least!

My doctor eventually suggested I tried the NMC. The doctors there are all migraine sufferers, which gave me confidence to take their advice! I phoned them and made an appointment. As I said she listened to my story and said that she thought I was suffering from 'medication overuse'. Every time I thought one was on the way I took an Imigran immediately and if no good took another. She explained that a migraine is like a snowball that gathers speed slowly and probably starts rolling a day or two before it is noticed.My medication use was likened to patting the snowball and having no effect. I needed to hit it hard with the correct meds.

My program was thus......Come off all the meds I was taking!!! Replaced by Naproxen, Omeprazole and Amytriptiline for 12 weeks. My 2nd appt followed and was then advised to keep the Amytriptiline, of which I could take up to 80mcg but I only take 35. If I feel an attack coming dissolve 3 Aspirin in coke and drink all in one. If after 45 mins still coming take a different Triptan (FROVATRIPTAN).

There is no 'charge' as it is a charity, but they request a donation to keep them going. I had 2 appts and donated £160 altogether. It may sound a lot but it was SO worth it and cheaper than courses of osteopathy, acupuncture etc. I don't know where you live but if you can make the journey I'm sure you would benefit.

Hope this helps!

[Clydelle in reply to lizziepops]

How kind of you to respond to my question- thank you so much for your doing this. Your answer helps me a lot. I think that the charity sounds great and if I had the energy, I would definitely go. I'm an older mother and all of my energy has to go to my children right now. I don't find getting into London that easy, to be honest (from an energy perspective!). As I'm getting older (now am 53), the headaches are getting worse and I have tried many different treatments. This week, I was very poorly again and really wondered whether it would be worth the effort and expense to get to London to the clinic. I will have to discuss this with my husband. I am so glad for you that you have received such relief from their advice and help. Any treatment or intervention that works to tackle this horrible condition is a Godsend. With my thanks and very best wishes to you.

[lizziepops in reply to Clydelle]

I really hope you are able to take advantage of their help some time soon.

As I said it spoiled everything, and was one of the reasons I retired from teaching. I'm sure that the lack of stress helps too and with a young family there must be a lot! It may be an idea to phone them at least.

It's a shame that I had to wait to 64 before my life was fully good. I wish you the best of luck, you deserve it. You need to try to put yourself 1st for once!

Kind regards Liz x

[Clydelle in reply to lizziepops]

Thanks for your kind words, Liz. I was a teacher many years ago as well and although I had migraines then, thankfully, they did not interrupt my teaching too much. The headaches have increased since having my two sons later in life- the greatest blessing in my life but it has come at a cost (one well worth paying though!). If I can just manage the pain better, then I'll probably be a better mother (won't have to ask my husband to take over 100% when I'm ill). Stories like yours give people like me who are still suffering migraines, hope. And hope means a lot when experiencing this kind of pain. So thank you again for your very helpful suggestion.

Best wishes,

Clydelle x

[Clydelle]

I'm so sorry to hear that you are suffering like this. I've just recovered from a two day awful migraine with vomiting this week. I can't take any meds and so have to rely on whatever natural things that I have at hand. For me, having chicken broth with some cooked veg in it really helped to stop the pain and vomiting (I'm not entirely sure why this is so). Make sure you keep your fluids up, but you probably are doing that already. Other than that, I find that the headaches usually follow a course and stop by the 3rd day. I hope very much that your migraine stops for you SOON. Hang in- they always stop eventually. I feel for you. Although I have not started yet, I am about to try CBD oil. I've read some very good reviews about this oil and it's next on my list of things to try! Best of luck.

[JenToriginal]

I feel for you. I really do. For me, I gave up all caffeine and coffee so I would be sensitive to it when I migraine hits, and then I drink strong coffee. I also listen to whispered Scriptures that I recorded. Whispers because as you know, sound hurts when it's bad. Do you close your eyes and go into that quiet place when you hurt? That's when they help me, He is my stronghold and my refuge. I really do hide in Him, amazing how He comes close to the brokenhearted and suffering.