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Reply: Topamax vs. Zonisamide
I cannot thank you enough for posting about the sleeping for 14 hours. I am back on Topamax for my migraines,...More
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Reply: Petadolex -Butterbur root extract
Hey! Good for you that's such great news, I'm so happy for you! Sounds like the 3 pills dose works. For me the...More
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Migraines and other problems
A couple of months ago I ended up in the emergency room for what I suppose was a seizure of some sort. It...More
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17 day headache
I have had a headache for 17 days I have went to my pcp and he gave me mobic and it didn't work. i went to an...More
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Reply: My 10 year old has migraines. Help!!!
Has she been to a neurologist who specializes in pediatric migraine? That would be a very good place for her...More
Posted by RosieLou
I was a young child with migraines
To respond to your question, I was a child who suffered from frequent bouts of migraines. They arrived at the...More
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Reply: Migraines for approx 30yrs. Need help
Tramadol has been proven as a great relief for migraines, RLS and even arthritis. You can check out tramadol...More
Posted by Poul1986
Migraine headaches after long term birth control u...
I am a 25 year old female that has been on birth control pills for almost 8 years. They have always been bi...More
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Constant Migraines, Nightmares, and Sleep Problems...
Hi Web MD Folks and Doctors: My girlfriend has been suffering from her migraines and I was hoping to post this...More
Posted by Richwan
Hemiplegic Migraine sufferer- new to group
I am new to this group but I am so glad that I finally have a place to vent on occassion about our unique...More
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Extreme sharp & alarming pain in head during clima...
My girlfriend had serious, alarming sharp pain in her head when she climaxed during intercourse. She...More
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Reply: Does flu cause migraine?
I had migraines called 'cluster migraines' in my right temple from age 26 till age 46. They were random and on...More
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Reply: migraines/headaches and botox question
sorry, meant thanks..........
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Reply: It feels like my brain is moving when I jump. Any ...
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Reply: Daily Headaches for over a year!
I'm very sorry to read what you are going through. I just posted my own long-term headache mini-story, and 8...More
Posted by misfit27
8 Unilateral Year Non-Stop Headache With Exacerbat...
Hello All, I am a 38 year-old male, athletic-frame, 6'1, 185lbs, considered by most standards to be in...More
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Reply: amitriptyline and weight gain
I Have been on Amitriptyline for the last 17 years and as soon as I went on it I started gaining weight I...More
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Reply: cluster headaches?
OK I just read on another discussion that with cluster headaches, you have runny eyes and nose. I sometimes...More
Posted by ellsworth52
Weeklong headache
Just looking for some advice. I have had a low-grade headache for about a week now. It is on and off, mostly in...More
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Reply: Taking Topamax (or Topiramate)
Everyone is different. It works well for some and not for others. You just have to try it.
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Reply: severe headache felt like my brain was bleeding
Gabapentin or Neurontin can make people's brains go fuzzy. I was practically comatose after I tried it. Have...More
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Reply: botox injections for migraines
Botox has helped me tremendously. I've had Botox injections every 10 weeks for the past 3 years. Most people I...More
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Reply: Headache relief while taking Celexa
topical medications might work, I find for headaches , menthol products, like Vicks and Ben Gay on the area...More
Posted by katjus
Reply: Locaized sharp pain in head
I am having the same pain. How did your problem turn out? I hope you are well and the problem was resolved.
Posted by melopez321
headaches when coughing
my friend has been having a headache only when he coughs for about a mth or so can anyone tell me what...More
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Reply: Vestibular Migraines
Thank you for your reply. I still may try your suggestion but I have since been to another neurologist and he...More
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Reply: had a migraine sence Friday
Right now I have cut all soda/pop out of my diet I tried this back in February and I worked until I was sick...More
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Reply: Hysterectomy to Treat Migraines
Thanks DVRides - I have tried every available preventive and remedial measure out there. This is a last...More
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Is Maxalt 10mg really safe during pregnancy?
I have had chronic migraines my whole life and have been checked out many times by specialists and nothing is...More
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