Question 1

classic migraine--what will help?

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Lots: Avoid triggers. Take meds at first sign of headache. Nsaids or tryptans work well.See your personal provider for further evaluation.

Question 2

what can you do to recover from classic migraine?

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OTC remedy: Try otc (over the counter) remedies first (e.g. Extra strength tylenol), avoid triggers, if applicable (e.g. Noise, light, etc...) are some basic steps.

Question 3

why do you feel so tired after classic migraine?

Accepted Answer

It happens: •migraine fatigue impacts some 70 percent to 84 percent of migraine sufferers, according to studies
•fatigue can trigger migraines
•fatigue can accompany head pain
•fatigue may be a warning sign that a migraine attack is right around the corner
•fatigue may surface after head pain goes away
that half of people who suffer from vertigo with migraines said fatigue made it worse.

Question 4

is it normal that i am unable to read during an episode of classic migraine w aura? i have to sound out words like a kindergartner.

Accepted Answer

Language affected: It is thought that over 50% of migraineurs with aura exhibit signs or symptoms of difficulty with some aspect of language during attacks.  You need to get these under control due to the elevated risks these types of headaches have for things such as future stroke or other blood clotting disorders.  More questions: www.healthtap.com/drsaghafi  Use Key Code:  PDXFNR if you'd like to set up a visit.

Question 5

diagnosed chronic daily migraine . . bad spells can last 8 weeks . on cgrp and amytipline . also have classic migraine with aura . i find my classic attacks are a lot milder and different pain type does that mean the long attacks arent migraine?

Accepted Answer

: An 8 week headache is no migraine. Discuss with local Dr.

Question 6

migraine,  blurred vision one eye, eye twitching,  nausea, weakness (could not open bag of chips). voice hoarse. classic migraine?

Accepted Answer

Migraine: is a serious and complex neurologic disorder. Unilateral throbbing headache, dizziness, partial blackout, weakness, dysesthesia, visual disturbances nausea, sensitivity to light or sound, paresthesias and even chest pain may be present during the episodes. It is manageable condition. See an orofacial pain or headache specialist for evaluation and professional management.

Question 7

i have migraine and always i use samaritan .l want to know about side effects of this drug.

Accepted Answer

Presume you mean : Sumatriptan, which is the very oldest triptan.  Too much too frequently can risk heart attack or stroke, so much stay within guidelines.  Immediate drowsiness or dizziness can occur, and rarely contributes to a bit more nausea, but really side effects relatively uncommon. Unlikely to cause long-term problems, as long as blood pressure normal and cardiovasc risks absent.

Question 8

can certain drugs trigger migraine headaches? is it possible for some drugs or medications to be the cause of migraine headaches?

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Yes, potentially: If one looks in pdr, one would think that all drugs could cause headaches, but some are more often the culprits.  Watch out for female hormonal agents, medicines used for blood pressure control, items to control thyroid fnctn, some ms and anti-epileptic drugs, just to name a few.

Question 9

will predisone for a few days break a 2 week long migraine? i can't use most other migraine drugs and am desperate. saw neuro, nothing serious wrong.

Accepted Answer

Hard to tell: Have you asked the neurologist? Since he knows you better than us, i will ask him first. I don't think few days of Prednisone will cause any harm, but it's hard to predict the benefits and side effects. For chronic migraine i maintain them on very low dose of amytriptyline and inderal (propranolol). Better discuss with your doctors who know your history better.

Question 10

i have confirmed migraine diagnosis and if taken in time, imitrex (sumatriptan) works. can one build a tolerance to the imitrex (sumatriptan) drug needing to up the dose?

Accepted Answer

Tolerance to the med: The best way to treat migraine is prevention, either by avoiding trigger mechanisms or medications tryptans are the only meds that can be taken even when the headache is ongoing .Read the drug insert tolerance to this type of medication is unlikely.

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Diagnosed chronic daily migraine . . bad spells can last 8 weeks . on cgrp and amytipline . also have classic migraine with aura . i find my classic attacks are a lot milder and different pain type does that mean the long attacks arent migraine?

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Migraine, blurred vision one eye, eye twitching, nausea, weakness (could not open bag of chips). voice hoarse. classic migraine?

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I have migraine and always i use samaritan .l want to know about side effects of this drug.

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Can certain drugs trigger migraine headaches? is it possible for some drugs or medications to be the cause of migraine headaches?

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Will predisone for a few days break a 2 week long migraine? i can't use most other migraine drugs and am desperate. saw neuro, nothing serious wrong.

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I have confirmed migraine diagnosis and if taken in time, imitrex (sumatriptan) works. can one build a tolerance to the imitrex (sumatriptan) drug needing to up the dose?

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