Tips on Migraine Relief

Terisse · 08-27-2010, 12:20 PM

As a semi-regular sufferer of migraines, and a poor bastard who can't afford to go to a doctor about them (and has no insurance to cover it anyway), I'd like to ask about your method to help relieve this particular eldritch affliction.

My main issues at the moment are:
-> They tend to be triggered by sudden changes in barometric pressure; Usually by a drop or rise by more than 3 inHg in one hour. They are also triggered by exposure to ammonia, from just about any source.
-> They last on average, 24-36 hours at a time, peaking in symptoms after 10-12 hours.
-> They are immune to standard pain killers (naproxen sodium, acetaminophen, aspirin). Taking acetaminophen actually causes a rapid rise in severity of symptoms, at least from my personal experience.

Of course, the general symptoms are there, light and sound sensitivity, nausea, fever, and pain. I've tried just about everything chemical to help it, and nothing is working. So, if you've got any suggestions or ideas, feel free to mention them.

Specterbane · 08-27-2010, 12:29 PM

Back in high school I used to get chronic migraines, though not as severe as yours, the neurologist I was seeing at the time for other brain related problems said to take 3 Ibuprofen tablets (200mg) and drink a bottle of Gatorade. That usually worked for me, but like I said my symptoms weren't as severe as yours.

Best of luck to you.

Terisse · 08-27-2010, 12:32 PM

Thankya. I'm considering attempting a round of autohypnosis once I get home. It might help, it might not. Even if it doesn't relieve the pain, I should forget about it or detach from it for a few hours.

Sky Warrior Bob · 08-27-2010, 12:40 PM

Not sure if it'll help with migranes. But sometimes caffine can help with reducing a headache. Sometimes all by itself, but I usually pair with whatever painkiller I take.

I tend to take Percogesic, but its darn difficult to find. Rite Aid carries it, but they are also very bad at stocking it. I know other places that carry it far better, but I think they are only local, so they wouldn't be of help to you.

SWB

Nikose Tyris · 08-27-2010, 02:53 PM

Tips for getting rid of those, since my mother and I suffer from those too:

- stop with chinese food. We've found that by dropping MSG from our diets, we get these headaches so much less frequently. Takes about a month for it to take hold.

- Morphine is your best fuckin' friend. Doctor's note only though, so it won't help you any!

- Induce vomiting, switch to drinking just water and a multivitamin to get you through the period of pain. Forcing yourself to be sick has helped my mother, did -nothing- for me.

ALL ADVICE IS ANECDOTAL AND SHOULD NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES BE MISTAKEN FOR ACTUAL MEDICAL ADVICE. SEE A DOCTOR IF FOR ANY REASON YOU FEEL YOU NEED TO. DEBT > DEATH.

bluestarultor · 08-27-2010, 03:02 PM

Research some acupressure. That's what I generally use for my pain issues, but I learned it through trial and error and can't really coach on it.

I don't get migraines, but I do get a lot of normal headaches. It may not actually be able to help you, but it's worth a shot.

Professor Smarmiarty · 08-27-2010, 03:30 PM

Tactical yak. Fixes everything.
I scoffed too until my friend, the proponent of the tactical yak, cut his achilles and didn't even notice till we saw one of his shoes had gone from white to pink. After that he spend rest of night partying, walked home, went to bed, cooked my breakfast in the morning and then went to the hospital. This is the injury that prevents you walking for like 9 months.

bluestarultor · 08-27-2010, 03:46 PM

Care to explain, Barrel? I'm finding nothing on Google and all I get as an image is a yak being dropped out of a plane with a parachute, floating down to the ground, and then boredly munching grass.

Professor Smarmiarty · 08-27-2010, 03:50 PM

Yak means throw up. Tactical means to force yourself to do it at convienient times. Works a treat on drunkness.

Hanuman · 08-27-2010, 04:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Terisse

As a semi-regular sufferer of migraines, and a poor bastard who can't afford to go to a doctor about them (and has no insurance to cover it anyway)

That's pretty disgusting, I'd move to a country that cares about you.

08-27-2010, 12:20 PM	#1
Terisse Drive that into you! Join Date: Aug 2010 Posts: 54	Tips on Migraine Relief As a semi-regular sufferer of migraines, and a poor bastard who can't afford to go to a doctor about them (and has no insurance to cover it anyway), I'd like to ask about your method to help relieve this particular eldritch affliction. My main issues at the moment are: -> They tend to be triggered by sudden changes in barometric pressure; Usually by a drop or rise by more than 3 inHg in one hour. They are also triggered by exposure to ammonia, from just about any source. -> They last on average, 24-36 hours at a time, peaking in symptoms after 10-12 hours. -> They are immune to standard pain killers (naproxen sodium, acetaminophen, aspirin). Taking acetaminophen actually causes a rapid rise in severity of symptoms, at least from my personal experience. Of course, the general symptoms are there, light and sound sensitivity, nausea, fever, and pain. I've tried just about everything chemical to help it, and nothing is working. So, if you've got any suggestions or ideas, feel free to mention them. __________________ "My name is David, by the way. Um, hi. I once saw a man�s kidney grow tentacles, tear itself out of a ragged hole in his back and go slapping across my kitchen floor."

08-27-2010, 12:32 PM	#3
Terisse Drive that into you! Join Date: Aug 2010 Posts: 54	Thankya. I'm considering attempting a round of autohypnosis once I get home. It might help, it might not. Even if it doesn't relieve the pain, I should forget about it or detach from it for a few hours. __________________ "My name is David, by the way. Um, hi. I once saw a man�s kidney grow tentacles, tear itself out of a ragged hole in his back and go slapping across my kitchen floor."

08-27-2010, 12:40 PM	#4
Sky Warrior Bob bOB iZ brOkeN Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: It's a nice place to visit... Posts: 3,755	Not sure if it'll help with migranes. But sometimes caffine can help with reducing a headache. Sometimes all by itself, but I usually pair with whatever painkiller I take. I tend to take Percogesic, but its darn difficult to find. Rite Aid carries it, but they are also very bad at stocking it. I know other places that carry it far better, but I think they are only local, so they wouldn't be of help to you. SWB __________________ :bmage: Because breakdancing is evil, and so am I, you will click on this link: The power of evil compels you... You are in error. No one is screaming. Thank you for your cooperation. Yes I know the breakdancing BM link doesn't work, and I don't care.

08-27-2010, 12:29 PM	#2
Specterbane Safety First Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Land of Gumdrops and Ice-cream Posts: 746	Back in high school I used to get chronic migraines, though not as severe as yours, the neurologist I was seeing at the time for other brain related problems said to take 3 Ibuprofen tablets (200mg) and drink a bottle of Gatorade. That usually worked for me, but like I said my symptoms weren't as severe as yours. Best of luck to you.

08-27-2010, 03:30 PM	#7
Professor Smarmiarty Sent to the cornfield Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: K-space Posts: 9,758	Tactical yak. Fixes everything. I scoffed too until my friend, the proponent of the tactical yak, cut his achilles and didn't even notice till we saw one of his shoes had gone from white to pink. After that he spend rest of night partying, walked home, went to bed, cooked my breakfast in the morning and then went to the hospital. This is the injury that prevents you walking for like 9 months.

08-27-2010, 03:50 PM	#9
Professor Smarmiarty Sent to the cornfield Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: K-space Posts: 9,758	Yak means throw up. Tactical means to force yourself to do it at convienient times. Works a treat on drunkness.