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Migraine headaches that stop everything u do, and can only lay in dark room and sleep.is there anything that can be done for this.no insurance.no job?

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Dr. Jeffrey Bassman answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Many causes: There are many causes and many types of migraines. I would consider keeping a diary of when you get the migraine and note what you ate, drank, activity, meds, supplements, etc. That might help you avoid certain triggers that might be causing.

Answered 2/28/2014

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Headache diary: Keep a record of everything you do , eat etc for previous 10 hours when headache strikes you may find a trigger factor.

Answered 2/18/2014

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Migraine treatment : Migraine is a serious and complex neurologic disorder. Today effective management of migraine involves three specific strategies: 1) patient education, 2) non-pharmacological management (diet, sleep hygiene, acupuncture) and 3) pharmacological (medical) management. Rec.:see orofacial pain or headache specialist. Hope it helps.

Answered 10/4/2016

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