Migraine Problem?

Question

Does anyone know how to cure migraine pain? I've tried lots of medicine suggested by the pharmacist, and they only work for about a minute. I'm not joking! Sometimes, it's so unbearable that I cry. What other methods can I try?

Answer 1

I would strongly suggest that you visit a naturopath, especially since western medicine has failed you. A naturopath may help you get to the root of the imbalance, instead of masking the pain symptom. If you don't know of one, you can find one at www.trinityschool.org. They have a listing of graduates by state on their web site.

For immediate relief, my friend's daughter uses lavender and peppermint essential oils applied topically over the temples and back of the neck. Both oils are inexpensive and readily available at any health food store. Hope this helps!

Answer 2

I get migraines almost daily--some more intense than others. I have been prescribed Midrin and Imitrex. The Midrin works, but since it is essentially a muscle relaxer, it requires sleep. Imitrex does absolutely nothing for me. The only thing that I have found that even remotely works consistently and doesn't knock me out is Excedrin Migraine. I would at least give it a try. It's cheaper than a prescription, and usually works better for me.

Answer 3

Do you wear glasses?? If not you may need some. I recently went through a battle with migraines and like you nothing worked not even the medicine specifically made for migraines. I later went to the doctor and found that if I just wore my glasses the pain went away. The migraines were caused by the strain on my eyes from not wearing my glasses and needing a stronger prescription.

Answer 4

With the onset of a migraine one should masturbate. No, I am not joking this really does work. I have several friends (male and female) that I have passed this one on to, and they have all said that it really does work. Note: It must be done with the onset, not during. What we want to do is to get the blood to another area of the body as fast as possible.
Good luck. Sorry it is not a cure, but have you not worked out what the cause is yet? Try a more natural organic diet, it couldn't hurt.

Answer 5

I had migraines for YEARS.They were caused by 3 problems,High blood pressure,mis-aligned neck,from a motorcycle accident and allergies.Yoou should also see a nuerologist,allergist and a chiropractor.I took prescriptions for years from my doctor.The trick is to find out what is CAUSING the migraine.The best homiopathic remedies are getting lavender oils and rub on your temples.Put a cold rag over your face and go to a complety dark and quiet room.I have missed a lot of work but now I am completely cured!!

Answer 6

I have migraine since 25 years and its so painful sometimes that I cant describe the pain.I got the idea now how to overcome the pain.when migraine strats take any pain killer as soon as possible and drink too much juice or water as much as u can and after 30 minutes take another pill of pain killer and keep ueself in calm place .u will get better resluts.try it!
dont take migraine pills they have many side effects

Answer 7

I've tried loads of prescriptions too. They only helped for a short term. I've been hospitalized for them too without any relief. One thing that did help a small but was magnesium supplements. One day I read an article in a magazine that said a magnesium deficiency cause the same symptoms as migraine. I brought this article into an appointment with my neurologist and she told me it was true. But what finally got rid of my headaches completely was chiropractic care. I've seen my chiropracter for a year now and have had maybe 3 weeks worth of headaches total for the year when before I had them on a daily basis. I'd check out chiropractic care if I were you.

Answer 8

Aleve works for me better than any other pain reliever. I often make myself throw up and the pain goes away instantly. I feel for you...I get them a lot...usually around my period. Your doctor will probably give you percoset, but you won't be able to drive or work when you're on it (not that you could do those things with a migraine anyway!) Good luck, I really do understand!

Answer 9

I have them quite often and the only thing that I've found that works, oddly enough is Excedrin Migraine.

Even the prescription my doctor gave me didn't work as quickly and it would knock me out and make me crazy for the remainder of the day.

With Excedrine, I take one and I feel better within half an hour.

Answer 10

Herbal remedies:

Some medical research shows that feverfew, riboflavin, and essential fatty acid supplements can prevent migraines. In several small studies, feverfew lowered the number of migraine headaches by 20 to 30 percent.

These people took 60 to 800 mg of dried feverfew leaves daily for four months. In one study, 400mg of riboflavin each day reduced migraine attacks in about 70 percent of people. Another study showed that essential fatty acids, like those found in evening primrose oil and fish oil reduced migraine attacks in 66 percent of people. These people took 1,800 mg of the supplement and did stress reduction and muscle relaxation exercises daily for six months.

Although this information looks promising, more research needs to confirm the long-term safety and effectiveness of these therapies.

Homeopathic remedies:

Treating migraine through homeopathy is becoming a very popular alternative to medicine-based treatments. Homeopathy is basically a method or theory of healing that attempts to stimulate the body into healing itself by using natural remedies. The following are the power list of best remedies for treating your migraine homeopathically.

Belladonna — Extracted from nightshade, this one is great reducing fever as well as treating those sudden throbbing headaches that tend to worsen with motion and light, but are partially relieved by pressure, standing, sitting, or leaning backwards.

Bryonia — for headaches with a steady, sharp pain in the forehead that may radiate to the back of the head; these types of headaches worsen with movement and light touch, but improve with firm pressure; this remedy is most appropriate for individuals who are irritable and may also experience nausea, vomiting, and constipation

Gelsemium — for pain that extends around the head and feels like a tight band of constriction; pain usually originates in the back of the head and may be relieved. following urination; this remedy is most appropriate for individuals who feel extremely weak and have difficulty keeping their eyes open.

Ignatia — for pain that may be described as a feeling of something being driven into the skull; these types of headaches tend to be triggered by emotion, including grief or anxiety, and the treatment is appropriate for both children and adults.

Iris versicolor — for periodic migraines that begin with blurred vision, especially after eating sweets; pain usually occurs on one side of the head and may be partially relieved by gentle movement and/or fresh air

Kali bichromicum — for aching and pressing pains on the forehead (particularly between and behind the eyes); may be accompanied by sinus congestion or nausea and vomiting; this remedy is most appropriate for individuals who prefer to lie down in a dark room and who experience relief from warmth and eating.