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Andizee

1y ago

Migraine Triggers: Seeking Advice

What are some of everyone's triggers? Trying to figure out some things. Been getting migraines worse and worse the past few weeks. Not sure if it's my medicines not working or new triggers. Plus for some reason I can't get my relief medicine from the pharmacy.

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mermaidap

1y ago

lavender triggers me like nothing else
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Yuley

1y ago

wow, I would have thought the other way around since lavender helps calm me down a little. I hope you find an aroma that does not trigger anything, but instead calms you. Best of luck! 😇
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SnowKitty

1y ago

I have a lot of food triggers that I discovered through an allergy and intolerances test. Once I removed those foods from my diet, I've been almost migraine free. This discovery was about 5 years ago. I went through the allergytestingcompany.com for my test.
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Yuley

1y ago

I get extremely bad migraines, and sometimes they last for months on end. I was told I need to get a referral to a neurologist, but I have not had much luck getting the referral from my primary. My ophthalmologist told me to talk to my primary about the referral to the neurologist. I do plenty of research online about how to deal with it in the meantime.
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Yuley

1y ago

https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/chronic-daily-headaches/symptoms-causes/syc-20370891#:~:text=There%20are%20short%2Dlasting%20and,Chronic%20migraine
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MorRhioghain

1y ago

Loud sounds and non natural lighting always aggravates mine along with stress
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Yuley

1y ago

extremely bright light aggregates me as well, however, it can be both natural and unnatural light in my case. I feel blinded above a certain brightness. If it's specifically unnatural light, try using natural bulbs around your home. Home Depot sells them, and they also double as a great option for photography. I've used them, but they are just too bright for my daily use. They really do simulate natural sunlight in the dark hours. This means it will look like midday in that room as if you stepped outside during midday, except it's actually night.
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Tuesdayk9

1y ago

So I don't have triggers like most, my migraine are created from a mass in my brain... but I do get this Intense pressure behind my eyes to the point I can't stand, right before the migraine kicks in, and I luckily do have a preventive medicine I take.
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LemonSnicker

1y ago

I found one of the things that triggered mine the absolute worst was actually food dye! Red #40 to be specific, but I avoid them all now! (Blue 1, yellow 5 and 6!) most European countries have actually banned dye like these because of the problems! My doctor said shes seen a ton of kids with problems that all linked back to dye as well! Figured it was a weird one I should mention, it might help someone!
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UnnecessaryXL

1y ago

Cortisol release, i.e. DE-stressing😥
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ummu

1y ago

Yes weather affects me also
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TigerLily79

1y ago

Changes in the climate...barometric pressure...often times will cause migraines. It's scientifically proven. Can't change the weather...sucks.
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ummu

1y ago

Sudden bright light ....👍
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ummu

1y ago

Period....too much screen time...
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Mothra

1y ago

Bright light are a huge trigger for me but some after stuff is when the weather is too hot, barometric pressure, not sleeping well, loud noises and certain smells like smoke
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AlyssaNicole89

1y ago

Barometric pressure/drastic change of weather, neck pain, STRESS, travel, motion sickness, dehydration
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mynewfriend

1y ago

The sea bands that some people use for motion sickness on boats and planes help my migraines when traveling
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Tarheels

1y ago

I’ve had a migraine now going on 9 days 😢😢😢 Been throwing up almost every day with them 🤮😢 Seems like meds aren’t working!! Help…..
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AlyssaNicole89

1y ago

go to the ER and get a “migraine cocktail” for migraines that do not go away it is the only thing to do and it is the sweetest relief
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Barrfamily

1y ago

I have been getting them every day
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Ley

1y ago

I get them when eating certain foods especially very acidic foods or things where it’s mainly tomatoes. Also stress.
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zoomiesmom

1y ago

Red onion is a big one for me
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bsbbs

1y ago

Lack of sleep and high levels of anxiety over time.
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PineMarten

1y ago

Seasonal allergies, not getting enough sleep, clenching my Jaw, and not eating enough
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Pushky

1y ago

Barometric pressure, heat, neck position while sleeping are my triggers.
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Bellea606

1y ago

I dont know my triggers yet but I will say nurtec ODT changed my life. Triptans always made me go up way worse once they were finished and nurtec as an emergency med is amazing
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Andizee

1y ago

Thank you everyone. Helps a lot
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SmileySnail

1y ago

Lack of sleep, dehydration, caffeine, alcohol, allergies/sinus problems, bright light in a dark room (i.e. white scenes in a movie or TV show with the lights off, phone brightness set too high)
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SmileySnail

1y ago

Dehydration seems to affect frequency more than pretty much anything - if I'm dehydrated even sumatriptan won't always shake a migraine
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amomynoussquirrel

1y ago

Alcohol, period, feeling overwhelmed and unable to get away
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Andizee

1y ago

I've cut caffeine out for almost 5months now. It has made a big difference. Heat is my biggest one. I'm not sure how to stay cool without an ac unfortunately.
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mynewfriend

1y ago

I drink ice cold water at night and after showers to help with this. Glad it's not just me
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Pushky

1y ago

for a temporary heat relief place a wet frozen small towel on your neck
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Ink789

1y ago

flashing lights, heat, pure silence (i always need some type of noise like white noise/fan/music/tv going) no caffeine or too much caffeine

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