If you’re living with migraines, you know that timing is everything when it comes to finding relief from those pesky symptoms. That’s where acute migraine treatments come in – a type of medication or device designed to stop an attack in its tracks or alleviate your symptoms. Unlike preventive medications, which are taken regularly to reduce the frequency and severity of future migraines, acute treatments are meant to be used at the first sign of a headache or other symptoms. They work by targeting the migraine itself, rather than trying to prevent it from happening in the first place. So,…

I’ve lost six precious months to migraine chaos. The last two have been especially brutal – housebound, unable to work, struggling to even feed myself. It’s like I’m stuck in a Groundhog Day nightmare, reliving the same miserable days over and over. It wasn’t always this way. For a year, my migraines seemed manageable. I felt like I was finally getting a handle on them. But then, BAM! A sudden worsening of symptoms sent me careening back into chaos. The stress is real, folks. As I approach 39, the pressure cooker is reaching a boiling point. We migraine warriors know…

When it comes to treating migraines, we’re often told to think outside the box (or in this case, the triptan). Enter ergot alkaloids, a class of drugs that’s been around for centuries. Yes, you read that right – centuries! Ergots have been used to treat migraines long before modern medications came onto the scene. These ancient compounds come in various forms, including pills, injections, suppositories, and nasal sprays. They’re often reserved as a last resort for people whose migraines don’t respond well to triptans or other standard treatments. Ergots are particularly useful for those who experience moderate to severe migraine…