Headaches and migraines 🥲

This topic was created in the Miscellaneous forum by Cocosugar on Sunday, February 6, 2022 and has 31 replies.
Does anyone have that problem? If so, have you find anything that helps long term? Please share anything that can help. 😵‍💫🤕
Posted by Stony

I've told you to go get these checked out. ):


I hate doctors. 😓😂
Posted by Stony

Try caffeine, resting, cool towel or something on your noodle, water.


Yep, I’m quitting caffeine that could be a factor. Idk it causes me hella more headaches so I’m trying to maybe get some home diy remedies to help. 😩
I was getting them like 3x a week. My neuro prescribed AJOvy n I barely get them. The month I don’t take it my headaches return to 3x week.

Yes, but tension headaches more specifically.

Increasing my water intake and decreasing my salt intake definitely helped lessen the frequency. Incorporating am and pm stretches into my daily routine also really helped. A lot.

A migraine is a different, crippling, beast tho. I’ve read about people who’ve had it done swear up and down that botox helped improve their quality of life but you’d have to see if you’re a good candidate first and look thoroughly into it.
Posted by Stony
Posted by Cocosugar
Posted by Stony

I've told you to go get these checked out. ):


I hate doctors. 😓😂


IDC find one you don't mind or something and get it sorted. You don't wanna deal with migraines.
click to expand


I really don’t, but I’m starting to think it’s genetic because my grandma, my mother, and basically everyone in my family have them.
Posted by Truemara

I was getting them like 3x a week. My neuro prescribed AJOvy n I barely get them. The month I don’t take it my headaches return to 3x week.
I think I might specifically look into that, I have a stressful life atm so that could be it? 👀
Posted by jazzykid

Yes, but tension headaches more specifically.

Increasing my water intake and decreasing my salt intake definitely helped lessen the frequency. Incorporating am and pm stretches into my daily routine also really helped. A lot.

A migraine is a different, crippling, beast tho. I’ve read about people who’ve had it done swear up and down that botox helped improve their quality of life but you’d have to see if you’re a good candidate first and look thoroughly into it.


I do be needing that water for sure. Wow, botox? That’s so interesting. Will be looking into that. 🤓
Posted by Cocosugar
Posted by jazzykid

Yes, but tension headaches more specifically.

Increasing my water intake and decreasing my salt intake definitely helped lessen the frequency. Incorporating am and pm stretches into my daily routine also really helped. A lot.

A migraine is a different, crippling, beast tho. I’ve read about people who’ve had it done swear up and down that botox helped improve their quality of life but you’d have to see if you’re a good candidate first and look thoroughly into it.


I do be needing that water for sure. Wow, botox? That’s so interesting. Will be looking into that. 🤓
click to expand
Should be noted: most of the people who’ve had it done had chronic migraines, not occasional ones
Posted by jazzykid
Posted by Cocosugar
Posted by jazzykid

Yes, but tension headaches more specifically.

Increasing my water intake and decreasing my salt intake definitely helped lessen the frequency. Incorporating am and pm stretches into my daily routine also really helped. A lot.

A migraine is a different, crippling, beast tho. I’ve read about people who’ve had it done swear up and down that botox helped improve their quality of life but you’d have to see if you’re a good candidate first and look thoroughly into it.


I do be needing that water for sure. Wow, botox? That’s so interesting. Will be looking into that. 🤓


Should be noted: most of the people who’ve had it done had chronic migraines, not occasional ones
click to expand


Noted. I feel like nothing about them is occasional, but I’m also trying to pay attention to my circumstances, I definitely take stress, caffeine, and terrible sleep in consideration. At this point, I can’t remember the last time I’ve had a week free of headaches.
Posted by Cocosugar
Posted by jazzykid
Posted by Cocosugar
Posted by jazzykid

Yes, but tension headaches more specifically.

Increasing my water intake and decreasing my salt intake definitely helped lessen the frequency. Incorporating am and pm stretches into my daily routine also really helped. A lot.

A migraine is a different, crippling, beast tho. I’ve read about people who’ve had it done swear up and down that botox helped improve their quality of life but you’d have to see if you’re a good candidate first and look thoroughly into it.


I do be needing that water for sure. Wow, botox? That’s so interesting. Will be looking into that. 🤓


Should be noted: most of the people who’ve had it done had chronic migraines, not occasional ones


Noted. I feel like nothing about them is occasional, but I’m also trying to pay attention to my circumstances, I definitely take stress, caffeine, and terrible sleep in consideration. At this point, I can’t remember the last time I’ve had a week free of headaches.
click to expand
All strong contributing factors.

Start with small changes and don’t overwhelm yourself.

I did and went for a scan to be told it was neck arthritis(too much headbanging lol). A few years back i had some laser treatment which helped. I used to vomit with them

but that stopped. They’d last for 3/4 days every 6-8 wks.

My doc said “they’ll get worse”

Well they didn’t...i do neck stretches and use cool gel on my neck which really helps ... the head pain is a lot less intense and less frequent now.
Posted by ScorpioDreams
Posted by MyStarsShine

I did and went for a scan to be told it was neck arthritis(too much headbanging lol). A few years back i had some laser treatment which helped. I used to vomit with them

but that stopped. They’d last for 3/4 days every 6-8 wks.

My doc said “they’ll get worse”

Well they didn’t...i do neck stretches and use cool gel on my neck which really helps ... the head pain is a lot less intense and less frequent now.


Interesting. I was also told I had neck arthritis after an mri. Wonder if that has a lot to do with my migraines? 🤔
click to expand
Yes it is

The laser doc said lots of people have it. I’m booked in for some Craniosacral therapy which is meant to help. I don’t take any medication so have found other ways to deal with it.
Posted by ScorpioDreams
Posted by MyStarsShine
Posted by ScorpioDreams
Posted by MyStarsShine

I did and went for a scan to be told it was neck arthritis(too much headbanging lol). A few years back i had some laser treatment which helped. I used to vomit with them

but that stopped. They’d last for 3/4 days every 6-8 wks.

My doc said “they’ll get worse”

Well they didn’t...i do neck stretches and use cool gel on my neck which really helps ... the head pain is a lot less intense and less frequent now.


Interesting. I was also told I had neck arthritis after an mri. Wonder if that has a lot to do with my migraines? 🤔


Yes it is

The laser doc said lots of people have it. I’m booked in for some Craniosacral therapy which is meant to help. I don’t take any medication so have found other ways to deal with it.


Very interesting. Thanks for the info!
click to expand
You’re welcome x
Posted by Atargatis

I used to get headaches a lot in 2020, and it got to the point where I had a constant headache for about 2 months straight. I finally reached out to a chiropractor who determined that due to my constant stress, I was actually impacting the natural curve of my spine because of the tension in my muscles. I carry my stress in my neck and shoulders and I had gotten to the point where my neck had lost its curve. Since going to them, I have only had maybe one bad headache and that’s been since the beginning of 2021. It might be worth going to a chiropractor and checking out if there are any anatomical reasons for the headaches.
Great suggestion 👍
Posted by jazzykid
Posted by Cocosugar
Posted by jazzykid
Posted by Cocosugar
Posted by jazzykid

Yes, but tension headaches more specifically.

Increasing my water intake and decreasing my salt intake definitely helped lessen the frequency. Incorporating am and pm stretches into my daily routine also really helped. A lot.

A migraine is a different, crippling, beast tho. I’ve read about people who’ve had it done swear up and down that botox helped improve their quality of life but you’d have to see if you’re a good candidate first and look thoroughly into it.


I do be needing that water for sure. Wow, botox? That’s so interesting. Will be looking into that. 🤓


Should be noted: most of the people who’ve had it done had chronic migraines, not occasional ones


Noted. I feel like nothing about them is occasional, but I’m also trying to pay attention to my circumstances, I definitely take stress, caffeine, and terrible sleep in consideration. At this point, I can’t remember the last time I’ve had a week free of headaches.


All strong contributing factors.

Start with small changes and don’t overwhelm yourself.
click to expand


Yes indeed. Will do.
Posted by Atargatis

I used to get headaches a lot in 2020, and it got to the point where I had a constant headache for about 2 months straight. I finally reached out to a chiropractor who determined that due to my constant stress, I was actually impacting the natural curve of my spine because of the tension in my muscles. I carry my stress in my neck and shoulders and I had gotten to the point where my neck had lost its curve. Since going to them, I have only had maybe one bad headache and that’s been since the beginning of 2021. It might be worth going to a chiropractor and checking out if there are any anatomical reasons for the headaches.


Oh yes, I’m stressed out to say the least. I’ve been getting better at it by being completely emotionally codependent lately. 😂 Will look into that. 👀
Posted by ScorpioDreams

When I was in my early twenties I used to get them really bad, but normally just around my menstrual cycle. The pain was so bad I’d get very nauseous and throw up. Then I started getting them all the time. They were so severe I could do nothing for 2-3 days but just lie there in pain until they passed. Excedrin Migraine worked for awhile, but it got to the point to where I was popping them daily like candy. Eventually they did nothing for me anymore. I finally saw a neurologist who prescribed Elavil as a preventative and Imitrex to take as needed for the pain. It helped as long as I took it in time. However, my insurance only covered 9 pills per month. Most of the time I’d get migraines so frequently I’d go through those 9 pills in 2 weeks or less and have to suffer the rest of the month until my insurance would pay for more. After changing my diet though and eating healthier…..low carb, high protein foods, cutting out sugar etc. helped a lot! I no longer had the migraines as frequently. I went from having them almost daily to maybe once a month and sometimes I’d even go 2-3 months at a time without a migraine. Now when I get the occasional migraine I wonder how the heck I went all those years suffering in pain.


Omg I don’t know how I didn’t think of this. My diet has been insane these past few months. Ughhh this is beyond insightful. 😩
Posted by MyStarsShine

I did and went for a scan to be told it was neck arthritis(too much headbanging lol). A few years back i had some laser treatment which helped. I used to vomit with them

but that stopped. They’d last for 3/4 days every 6-8 wks.

My doc said “they’ll get worse”

Well they didn’t...i do neck stretches and use cool gel on my neck which really helps ... the head pain is a lot less intense and less frequent now.


Will definitely try that
If you've been dealing with these for awhile or they're hereditary, then I apologize if any of this info is repetitive or stuff you're already aware of, but:

-first, establish what kind of headache you're experiencing. Here's a link to an article that lists the different kinds and their common causes:

#secondary-headaches" data-url="https://www.healthline.com/health/headache/types-of-headaches#secondary-headaches" target="_blank">https://www.healthline.com/health/headache/types-of-headaches#secondary-headaches

-second, depending on how old you are - get your hormones checked. All women should do this, especially once they reach between 25-35 or so years old. If you don't like doctors, you can try an at home test kit but I would take the results with a grain of salt & definitely get a second opinion.

https://www.everlywell.com/products/womens-health-test/

-third - life style & environmental factors. If you don't have money for any major changes, start small:

-drink more water.. like, way more

-stretch / do yoga

-get new pillows, and, if you can afford it, a new mattress too. It will make a WORLD of difference

-new and/or more supportive shoes

-acupuncture - I don't like needles but I love me some acupuncture. They also might be able to give you some herbal supplements that can help.

-limit electronic usage, especially in your bedroom. Like, don't even have large electronics (i.e. a TV or sound system, etc.) in there.

- if none of these work, then definitely see a doctor if you can.
Not sure why the headache link came across all wonky before, but hopefully it works this time:

https://www.healthline.com/health/headache/types-of-headaches
Posted by Andalusia

If you've been dealing with these for awhile or they're hereditary, then I apologize if any of this info is repetitive or stuff you're already aware of, but:

-first, establish what kind of headache you're experiencing. Here's a link to an article that lists the different kinds and their common causes:

#secondary-headaches" data-url="https://www.healthline.com/health/headache/types-of-headaches#secondary-headaches" target="_blank">https://www.healthline.com/health/headache/types-of-headaches#secondary-headaches

-second, depending on how old you are - get your hormones checked. All women should do this, especially once they reach between 25-35 or so years old. If you don't like doctors, you can try an at home test kit but I would take the results with a grain of salt & definitely get a second opinion.

https://www.everlywell.com/products/womens-health-test/

-third - life style & environmental factors. If you don't have money for any major changes, start small:

-drink more water.. like, way more

-stretch / do yoga

-get new pillows, and, if you can afford it, a new mattress too. It will make a WORLD of difference

-new and/or more supportive shoes

-acupuncture - I don't like needles but I love me some acupuncture. They also might be able to give you some herbal supplements that can help.

-limit electronic usage, especially in your bedroom. Like, don't even have large electronics (i.e. a TV or sound system, etc.) in there.

- if none of these work, then definitely see a doctor if you can.


This is super interesting. I’m taking notes to make a list of things to pay attention to and work on. Thank you. 💕
Posted by Andalusia

Not sure why the headache link came across all wonky before, but hopefully it works this time:

https://www.healthline.com/health/headache/types-of-headaches


Thank you so much. 🥺
Oh! And maybe try a mouth guard too. You didn't mention any dental pain, but teeth grinding or jaw clenching can definitely cause headaches too. My dentist said he's seen a huge increase in ppl needing mouth guards / retainers to keep from grinding their teeth due to stress since the pandemic.
Posted by Andalusia

If you've been dealing with these for awhile or they're hereditary, then I apologize if any of this info is repetitive or stuff you're already aware of, but:

-first, establish what kind of headache you're experiencing. Here's a link to an article that lists the different kinds and their common causes:

#secondary-headaches" data-url="https://www.healthline.com/health/headache/types-of-headaches#secondary-headaches" target="_blank">https://www.healthline.com/health/headache/types-of-headaches#secondary-headaches

-second, depending on how old you are - get your hormones checked. All women should do this, especially once they reach between 25-35 or so years old. If you don't like doctors, you can try an at home test kit but I would take the results with a grain of salt & definitely get a second opinion.

https://www.everlywell.com/products/womens-health-test/

-third - life style & environmental factors. If you don't have money for any major changes, start small:

-drink more water.. like, way more

-stretch / do yoga

-get new pillows, and, if you can afford it, a new mattress too. It will make a WORLD of difference

-new and/or more supportive shoes

-acupuncture - I don't like needles but I love me some acupuncture. They also might be able to give you some herbal supplements that can help.

-limit electronic usage, especially in your bedroom. Like, don't even have large electronics (i.e. a TV or sound system, etc.) in there.

- if none of these work, then definitely see a doctor if you can.
Excellent suggestions 👍
Drink more H2O and if you haven't already, get your eyesight checked. Eyesight can cause headaches too.
I get migraines more often than I ever did. I am 32. I know my triggers so I try to avoid them, but one is screen time and that’s a hard one.

I am actually going to try Botox in a few weeks. Hoping that makes a difference.
I get migraines more often than I ever did. I am 32. I know my triggers so I try to avoid them, but one is screen time and that’s a hard one.

I am actually going to try Botox in a few weeks. Hoping that makes a difference.
Posted by Hypnotoad

Try uping your electrolite intake with your water intate, go to a healthfood or sports store and see if they have a sugar free electrolite concentrate to add to a bottle of water every day. Works wonders for muscle tension.


That’s interesting, will do.
Posted by IMNOTEVENREAL

if its because of too much screen time, u should lower luminosity and install a plugin whho put every in a black backgroun


Already do that night mode on everything, I don’t think I spent too much time on my phone but I’m sure I probably do. 😆
Posted by pinkbird03

I get migraines more often than I ever did. I am 32. I know my triggers so I try to avoid them, but one is screen time and that’s a hard one.

I am actually going to try Botox in a few weeks. Hoping that makes a difference.


Yes, I’m starting to notice a pattern of triggers. Hope that works out very well for you. 🥰