merkyl wrote:
95% of people getting "migraines" usually just have really bad headaches.
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That's very true. In fact, if you look closely at a bottle of regular Exedrin Extra Strength and Exedrin Migraine.... same ingredients, different label.
Migraines are not headaches. A headache is only a symptom of a migraine.
This is my favorite page about myths on migraines. My neurologist sent it to me years ago.
I've had migraines since I was 12 or 13. They're awful. I definitely had more in my teens and 20's than I do now in my 30's, but I still get them regularly enough. It used to be almost constant. I've tried all the meds. Right now I take MaxALT-MLT when I feel them coming on. About 8 weeks ago I had one so bad I ended up in the ER. NOrmally, I'd never do that, but well meaning people called 911 for me. I'm glad they did because I was a mess. My blood pressure was so high they thought I was about to have a stroke. They gave me all kinds of lovely IV medications and I was delirious for about 48 hours.
Now, in addition to the MaxALT, I have Vicodin and Zofran on hand. My insurance is not all that happy about the MaxALT and the Zofran... $$$$$$$$$. But they work. I'm not thrilled, either. Even with insurance, my MaxALT costs me upwards fo $20 a pill. Worth every single penny sometimes, though.
I do not take Topamax because I already take Diamox for my other neurological problem so I can only treat my migraines as they happen. Both Diamox and Topamax are carbonic anhydrase inhibitors and they have a terrible effect on the senses. I'm never hungry, and when I do eat everything tastes kind of bland. And forget drinking anything carbonated. It's the worst taste ever.
