Anybody suffer from them. I haven't had one in about ten years, but this week I have had four, including one today which was so bad I was almost in tears. Migraine sufferers - what triggers yours and how do you treat them?
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wrathex
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Not sure what your circumstances have been in the last week, but dehydration could be a factor, whenever a headache or migraine emerges I drink a glass or two of water.
Water help rinse toxins and replenishes the waterlevel of cells.
Going to the movies on a bright sunny day - instant headache (light sensitivity).
Dehydration - I tend to forget to drink liquids sometimes, a headache reminds me.
Water help rinse toxins and replenishes the waterlevel of cells.
Going to the movies on a bright sunny day - instant headache (light sensitivity).
Dehydration - I tend to forget to drink liquids sometimes, a headache reminds me.
Jola
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I get bad ones all the time, the only thing that seems to help is two Syndols - -they contain Codeine, so don't take too many.
Mine are triggered by lack of sleep, glare (driving without sunglasses), MSG, alcohol, too much strong coffee. But sometime I can't figure out why they happened, I think that stress is also a factor.
Note : I also agree with wrathex, dehydration definitely plays a role.
Mine are triggered by lack of sleep, glare (driving without sunglasses), MSG, alcohol, too much strong coffee. But sometime I can't figure out why they happened, I think that stress is also a factor.
Note : I also agree with wrathex, dehydration definitely plays a role.
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Thanks both, gonna drink a lot of water for sure. I think I'm also coming down with a cold or flu and coupled with a lot of work stress might be the trigger. I can't think of anything deitary that is suddenly triggering all these migraines this week.
If you are using a CRT monitor, make sure the refresh rate is set to 75Hz or higher. I found that anything lower usually triggers a migraine for me. The same goes for CRT televisions that have some kind of issue which causes it to have a noticeable flicker.
Once in a while I also get one from wearing a hat for extended periods if it is hot outside.
Once in a while I also get one from wearing a hat for extended periods if it is hot outside.
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Very interesting, my gf and I actually just swapped pillows last week... thanks man!
Mila
Honorary Master
pethedine(sp?)
Only thing that works for me
Only thing that works for me
Peder
Hobbit
hmm i have a huge headache coming on!
Started drinking water now, i drank a lot of cooldrink yesterday so i guess it is dehydration.
Started drinking water now, i drank a lot of cooldrink yesterday so i guess it is dehydration.
DigitalSoldier
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Had my first migraine about a month ago and also the day before an exam.
Tried to study during the morning and then I started seeing spots, at first I tried washing my face with cold water and also tried to focus while reading, but it did not help. Then nausea & headache's kicked in...had a glass of water, tried some Panado's and later Grandpa's but it all came out again.
What helped me the most was lying in a dark room with a cold wet cloth on my face.
It was my first migraine and hopefully I will never have one again!
Many people also use caffeine to help get some relief from migraines.
Tried to study during the morning and then I started seeing spots, at first I tried washing my face with cold water and also tried to focus while reading, but it did not help. Then nausea & headache's kicked in...had a glass of water, tried some Panado's and later Grandpa's but it all came out again.
What helped me the most was lying in a dark room with a cold wet cloth on my face.
It was my first migraine and hopefully I will never have one again!
Many people also use caffeine to help get some relief from migraines.
Stickfigure
Honorary Master
Eish mate. I've only had one migraine in my life and that was during a flipping exam. Felt like I was gonna throw up the entire time. Needless to say I flunked the exam :/
Definitely agree about the water thing. Even if I feel a slight headache coming up, I have 2 or 3 glasses of water.
Definitely agree about the water thing. Even if I feel a slight headache coming up, I have 2 or 3 glasses of water.
MisterBigglesworth
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My wife suffers badly from them, triggered by not drinking enough fluids, stress and over tiredness. If she manages the above...then normally she is fine.
-LiLiTh-
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My migraines are starting to increase in number but i think mine are triggered by stress, lack of sleep and overexposure to sunlight. the number of migraines are increasing and i haven't found a solution yet. thanks for the thread i'll be sure to try a few things to lessen the attacks