Why does caffeine both cause and cure my migraines?

January 6th, 2013

If I drink too much coffee it can set off a migraine. But then drinking another cup of coffee seems to cure it. Can somebody wise explain this to me please. Chosen Answer: In normal doses, stimulants like caffeine can trigger or exacerbate migraines by raising blood pressure and heightening sensitivity. However, higher intake can [...]

Is it normal to keep a headache/migraine the whole time youre on the pegylated interferon?

June 8th, 2012

i’m type 1a stage 2, had the first shot friday morning. i’ve had a migraine since friday afternoon and i’ve stayed nauseous. i almost recycled my eggs and bacon in the floor yesterday and i swear i will hurt somebody if i have to force down another Ensure. i’m drinking only water and taking ibuprofen. [...]

Migraine?!?

March 15th, 2012

I’ve had a bad migraine ever since I woke up this morning, and it’s gradually just getting worse. I’ve tried taking painkillers but nothing has helped. What can I do? I’m becoming DESPERATE for relief. I’ve tried to lay down and rest, thinking maybe it’d help, but it didn’t. Please, please, somebody give me some [...]