https://frontlinegenomics.com/genetic-overlap-between-metabolites-and-migraines/ I share this as someone who was supposed go in for treatment this week. Fifteen minutes before I was to leave, I got a phone call letting me know my insurance had denied the coverage (after initially approving it). After three stressful hours on the phone, treatment was approved, but not for the correct … Continue reading Genetic overlap between metabolites and migraines
Migraine Treatment
Telehealth and A Scheduled Appointment
After a failed attempt last month to have a discussion with my headache specialist regarding my migraines getting worse, today was my first successful Telehealth discussion, and it felt good. Really good. If you have a doctor who actually cares, regardless of their field, this is not a difficult process. However, it has lead me … Continue reading Telehealth and A Scheduled Appointment
New Topical Migraine Gel Shows Promising Results in Trial
http://migraineagain.com/new-topical-migraine-gel-shows-promising-results-in-trial/ I'd take this a little more seriously if the photo didn't look like my moisturizer.
New Migraine Drugs Promise Relief— But At A Steep Price
http://www.theverge.com/2016/5/24/11712554/migraine-drug-treatment-headache-cost-pharmaceutical-health-insurance None of this surprises me. 😦
Insomnia & Painsomnia: A Wicked Combination
Whenever there's something stressful going on in my life, it often affects my sleep, thus turning me into a shadow of my former self. Insomniac Lisa and Painsomnia Lisa are two very different beasts from the person I am when I'm able to prioritize sleep, and actually get into bed each night at a decent … Continue reading Insomnia & Painsomnia: A Wicked Combination
