Fuck Headaches

I hear that migraines affect one side of the head and regular headaches affect the entire head with dull pain. Now I have regular headaches/migraines that usually happen after I wake up late or not drink enough water or excercise too much. It only happens to the back left side of my head with a sharp pain and a throbbing in my left eye as if someone is hitting it from the inside with a hammer. They last the entire day. Could you please tell me what this is and how I could prevent/get rid of it?

Fri, 30 Mar 2012 15:58:17 -0700

I get the ones on my eye too, I always say it feels like a small person is sitting on my eye haha. In order to prevent it I would say drinking water and staying hydrated is key, especially with exercise. Also stay away from caffeine as often as possible, and try eating healthier. If that still isn’t helping just remember that the Internet is always full of helpful information.

What Is It Wednesday?

beleagueredandbeset — Wed, 21 Mar 2012 09:58:37 -0700

thatmword:

This week’s topic: TENSION HEADACHES.

What is it?
This is the most COMMON type of headache, a mild to moderate pain that feels like a band around the head. If you ever get a “normal” headache, this is probably what you have.

How do I know if I have them?

If you have a tension headache, you’ll probably feel any of the following:

constant, dull pain, usually mild to moderate pain

not incapacitating

pain is often accompanied by muscle tightness in the shoulders and neck

often on both sides of the head

may last an hour, a week, or anywhere in between

pain sometimes described as a “band” around the head

Over the counter medicines (taken correctly) are generally used to treat these. As always, you should check with your doctor and not take my word for it.

Why are you talking about tension headaches on a migraine blog?

Some people say they have a “migraine” when what they really mean is a tension headache. Here are the symptoms that make migraine different:

throbbing, intense pain, generally moderate to severe

often disabling

usually one sided, often near the eye of the affected side

sometimes get visual disturbances/extreme sensitivity to light and sound

may last hours, days, or weeks

stronger medications might be needed to “break the cycle,” such as an emergency room visit or hospitalization

Fun Fact:

According to the American Pain Foundation, 90% of headaches that aren’t caused by a disease are tension headaches.

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10 Reasons Coffee is Both the Best and then Worst Beverage Ever Invented

beleagueredandbeset — Sun, 11 Mar 2012 07:00:05 -0700

Caffeine is the most commonly used mood-altering drug in the world, and coffee is one of the most popular means of ingesting it. Over 50% of Americans drink coffee on a daily basis, and that figure is thought to be increasing every year.

But there’s more to coffee than its caffeine content, and scientists are perpetually trying to make sense of the various effects that this mysterious brew has on our bodies. Coffee’s most recent brush with media attention came just a few weeks ago, with the release of a study that showed women who drank four cups of coffee per day had a 20% lower risk of depression than those who drank a cup or less per week. But coffee isn’t always billed as a wonder beverage; caffeinated and decaffeinated versions alike have built up a pretty serious rap sheet over the years. Here are 10 reasons coffee is either an elixir of the gods, or an evil concoction we’ve all been duped into loving unconditionally.

For more of this article:

[Source: io9]

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beleagueredandbeset — Thu, 08 Mar 2012 06:00:00 -0800

So migraines can give you stroke-like symptoms? Cuz I had my arm and hand and half my face go numb, which seemed kind of stroke like to me? Is it something to be worried about? I don't know, I'm not really sure about any of this- sorry if I'm wasting your time ^^;;

Wed, 07 Mar 2012 10:21:09 -0800

That’s not a waste of time! Yes it is serious, many migraine symptoms are. You should try and get that checked out to see if there is anything you can do about that.

I recommend seeing Dr. Aleksander Mauskop at the NY Headache Center. Google him. One of the top...

greatbigmerrygoround — Wed, 07 Mar 2012 06:00:05 -0800

I recommend seeing Dr. Aleksander Mauskop at the NY Headache Center. Google him. One of the top headache guys in the world. Some of my migraines used to simulate stroke symptoms. He advised me to take some OTC drugs and I went from 20 epic headaches a year to one or two very minor ones.

FH: Thank you for the submission! Anyone else in the NY area know about him? He seems pretty legitimate from his website.

i just wanted to say thanks for having a blog like this. i was diagnosed with chronic migraines in november, and have been looking for a blog like this. so again, thanks so much. (:

Tue, 06 Mar 2012 07:55:43 -0800

Thank you very much! :D

I’m just glad I could help!

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beleagueredandbeset — Tue, 06 Mar 2012 06:00:05 -0800

Do any of you have any headache/ migraine blogs that you can recommend to me?

beleagueredandbeset — Mon, 05 Mar 2012 15:12:03 -0800

So many new followers recently!

beleagueredandbeset — Mon, 05 Mar 2012 06:02:05 -0800

Thank all of you! :)

Officially out of advil, I guess it's time to go to the store

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beleagueredandbeset — Thu, 01 Mar 2012 06:02:05 -0800

Sorry for the lack of posts recently

beleagueredandbeset — Wed, 29 Feb 2012 19:21:07 -0800

It’s hard to come up with a lot of ideas on my own plus I’ve been busy, but I have some more ready to post :). If you have any ideas for other posts please submit them!

To that anon: I would definetly see a doctor or a neurologist if they have access to one. I know it's tough. I've had chronic migraines for a year now. I have had the occasional break for a week or two but it's still there. I have thought about suicide, but it's all a matter of realizing there has to be something out there, somewhere, that will help. You need a support system, family, friends, online people. "A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step."

beleagueredandbeset — Tue, 28 Feb 2012 07:47:00 -0800

There is always an option, and support is one of the best things you can have in a tough situation.

Does anyone else have any more words of encouragement or any uplifting stories? If so, send them here.

"In a hypersensitive Migraine Brain, almost anything can trigger an attack: a fight with your sister,..."

beleagueredandbeset — Tue, 28 Feb 2012 06:02:05 -0800

“In a hypersensitive Migraine Brain, almost anything can trigger an attack: a fight with your sister, the flu, the flickering lights of a computer screen. Something seemingly harmless or even healthy may set off a migraine for some people.”

- The Migraine Brain: Dr. Carolyn Bernstein and Elaine McArdle

FYI, the most common M Word triggers include:

Hormonal changes in women

Foods

Stress

Lights

Smells (pleasant or unpleasant)

Changes in sleep (too much or too little)

Physical factors (too much or too little exercise)

Medications

What are some of your migraine triggers?

(via thatmword)

I've had a migraine every day for the past 2 weeks and I can't do it anymore... I've been to a doctor and had bloodwork but nothing has been conclusive. I've also been going to a chiropractor. Nothing takes the edge off, I've tried advil, tylenol, caffeine, cutting out caffeine, cutting out chocolate, pretty much everything. I'm 15, or maybe 15 1/2 i dont remember, could it be hormonal considering I've never gotten a period? I seriously can't take it anymore I just wanna kill myself sometimes.

beleagueredandbeset — Tue, 28 Feb 2012 00:13:00 -0800

Try to keep your attitude positive, and maybe try your best at some stress relieving techniques and continue seeing a doctor. I can’t sorry I answer your question, I wish that I could but I am not a professional.

If you are contemplating suicide please contact this number for help: 1-800-273-8255

thatmword: We know that soda (or pop, if you live where I do)...

beleagueredandbeset — Mon, 27 Feb 2012 06:02:00 -0800

thatmword:

We know that soda (or pop, if you live where I do) is bad for migraines, according to, basically everyone.

But did you know that yoga can help ease your migraine? Seriously! Harvard says so.

I need to start doing this for my headaches and soon!

Also go check out thatmword it’s a great blog for anyone with migraines out there.