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I Have A Migraine Here At Work. Pain Center Recommends ER. Can't Afford It. Any Suggestions As To What I Should Do To Reduce The Pain?

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Phoenix, AZ
April 18, 2016
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Members rallied around someone experiencing a severe migraine at work who couldn't afford an ER visit, with the strongest consensus being to... Read more

Members rallied around someone experiencing a severe migraine at work who couldn't afford an ER visit, with the strongest consensus being to go home immediately to rest in a dark, quiet room with cold compresses and any available pain medication. Several members shared practical strategies that have helped them manage migraines, including taking Excedrin Migraine at the first sign of pain, using ice packs on the neck or head, drinking caffeinated beverages, taking daily preventive supplements like magnesium and B vitamins, and avoiding bright lights and computer screens. A recurring theme was the importance of catching a migraine early before it escalates, identifying personal triggers like fluorescent lights or dehydration, and having backup medications accessible at all times since what works varies greatly from person to person.

A MyFibroTeam Member

Take an anti inflammatory or aspirin if you can and avoid bright lights and computer screens etc, hope you get well soon

April 18, 2016
A MyFibroTeam Member

If your on a computer dim the lighting cause that always makes mine worse and try to eat some peppermint candy!! Try deep breathing and possibly some caffeine!! Some people are different!! I need caffeine!! So that really helps me!! And if you have a relaxant take that!! Even if it is just half of your dose!! I know your at work so you need to be functional but you might need to take off and get better!! I'm not sure what prescriptions your on but if your on a pain reliever deffiantly take that!!! Hugs!! Get to feeling better!!

April 18, 2016
A MyFibroTeam Member

Magnesium seems to help me. You should keep a bottle in your purse.

April 18, 2016
A MyFibroTeam Member

Go home, lay down in a dark room if you have any pain meds take them and try to sleep.

April 18, 2016
A MyFibroTeam Member

While at work, put something dark on your eyes and lay down on break. Sometimes caffeine helps me. Quad Venti iced white mocha

April 18, 2016

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