Migraines come in several flavors, but one of the primary classifications is that of episodic migraine. Episodic migraines differ from chronic migraine disorder and may respond better to some treatments than chronic migraines.
Migraines come in several flavors, but one of the primary classifications is that of episodic migraine. Episodic migraines differ from chronic migraine disorder and may respond better to some treatments than chronic migraines.
“Given the opioid epidemic in the U.S. and the high prevalence of opioid use in migraine patients shown in our study, especially those with chronic migraine, our results suggest that improved management of treatment is needed to optimize care.” - Justin S. Yu, PharmS, Allergan
After reading the title to this post, you are probably wondering how anyone could possibly think there is an advantage to having migraines. If you are suffering one right now, it probably won’t make you feel better, but sometimes knowing that there may be something good out of all this misery can help you cope with the rest.
The Migraine Relief Center is honored to have our blog listed as one of the best headache and migraine blogs of 2019 by Healthline, the fastest growing health information site on the internet.
The Migraine Relief Center is honored to have our blog listed as one of the best headache and migraine blogs of 2019 by Healthline, the fastest growing health information site on the internet.
Good news for those of you who suffer from cluster headaches. On June 4, the FDA announced it has approved Galcanezumab, sold as Emgality by Eli Lilly and Co., for the treatment of episodic cluster headaches.
If you or a loved one suffers from chronic migraines, the following may sound familiar:
Migraines are co-morbid with several other conditions, including hypothyroidism. But can migraines actually cause the disease? While rare, it seems that they may.
Like so many other people who suffer from invisible conditions, migraineurs are treated to suggestions and pronouncements from well-meaning friends and family. Alternatively, they must endure those who disbelieve the severity of their illness and feel no compunction at migraine-shaming them.
As if suffering from chronic migraines wasn’t enough, professional basketball player Dwayne Wade of the Miami Heat sometimes wakes up with a migraine. As a professional athlete, Wade carefully manages his diet, exercise and sleep habits to maintain peak performance, but he still wakes up with a migraine some mornings. When that happens, the team knows he will not be on the active roster.