Migraines and work? Yeah, not exactly a dream combo. I used to think I could just push through, down a couple of painkillers, and grind it out. But let’s be real—when a migraine hits mid-meeting or halfway through your spreadsheet, pretending everything’s fine is the worst strategy. After years of trial, error, and a few…
If you’ve ever had migraines and also live with PCOS, you’re probably wondering: “Is it just me, or are these two somehow related?” You’re not alone. I asked myself that very same question after dealing with relentless, throbbing headaches that didn’t feel like regular stress headaches. They seemed to come out of nowhere—sometimes after ovulation,…
There’s something almost magical about hitting the open road — windows down, playlists cranked, snacks in the passenger seat. But for those of us who live with migraines, the idea of a road trip can trigger more anxiety than excitement. I’ve had migraines for over a decade, and while I refuse to let them keep…
If you’ve ever felt like your head was waging a war against you on a cloudy day or after staying indoors for a stretch, you’re not alone. I used to chalk up my migraines to stress, screens, or just life being unfair — until I discovered a sneaky culprit: vitamin D deficiency. It’s wild how…
So here’s the deal—I used to think I was just cranky without my morning coffee. But it turns out those pounding headaches I’d get? Yep, actual migraines from skipping coffee. It’s wild how something you’ve built into your routine can turn against you when you suddenly stop. I’m not the only one either. Let’s dive…
There’s something oddly specific about that sudden throb in your head the moment cold air hits your face, right? I used to brush it off as “just winter stuff,” until I started keeping track—and bam, the pattern was undeniable. Cold air wasn’t just annoying; it was triggering full-blown migraines. If you’ve ever stepped outside into…
Okay, so let me tell you something that totally caught me off guard last summer. I was hiking this trail I’ve done like a dozen times before, and halfway through, boom—this nasty headache creeps in. But it wasn’t just the headache. Suddenly, I noticed these weird specks drifting across my vision—like little cobwebs floating around…
One afternoon while staring at my laptop, I noticed something odd—tiny specks and wavy lines dancing in my peripheral vision. At first, I thought I was having one of those notorious visual migraines I used to get in college, especially during stressful exams. But this felt… different. The shapes didn’t shimmer or disappear after a…
Skipping meals used to be a regular habit of mine, especially when deadlines loomed or my mornings spiraled into chaos. I’d feel fine one moment, then out of nowhere—bam—a throbbing, one-sided headache would hijack the rest of my day. Sound familiar? If you’ve ever had a migraine sneak up after missing breakfast or lunch, you’re…