Spotlight on Migraine®

In this episode of Spotlight on Migraine, host Molly O'Brien is joined by neurologist Dr. Jessica Lowe (@DoctorBrainBarbie) to debunk common migraine myths, explain viral migraine hacks, and share practical advice for safely consuming health information online. Does migraine always come with a headache? Can migraine symptoms change over time? Does migraine get better in pregnancy? We answer these questions and discuss why you shouldn't blame yourself for migraine attacks. Dr. Lowe breaks down the viral McDonald's migraine hack, daith piercings, claw clips, and other internet-famous migraine remedies, explaining what may help and what can be harmful. You'll also learn how to better navigate and consume migraine information online. Read the full transcript: http://migrainedisorders.org/podcast/s8e7-breaking-down-migraine-myths-misconceptions-and-viral-hacks Follow Dr. Lowe: Instagram TikTok In this episode: Common migraine myths debunked The truth about migraine triggers Viral migraine hacks explained How to recognize trustworthy migraine information online Tips for navigating migraine misinformation and scams on social media *The contents of this podcast are intended for general informational purposes only and do not constitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. AMD and the speaker do not recommend or endorse any specific course of treatment, products, procedures, opinions, or other information that may be mentioned. Reliance on any information provided by this content is solely at your own risk.

Do you always feel migraine pain on the same side of your head? In this episode, we learn what it could mean when migraine attacks occur on the left vs. the right side and why that difference matters. Dr. Adam Sprouse-Blum breaks down the science behind migraine laterality and how it can affect your symptoms. Read the transcript: https://www.migrainedisorders.org/podcast/s7ep2-left-vs-right-migraine-attacks/ Consider donating to support the podcast: https://give.migrainedisorders.org/ *The contents of this podcast are intended for general informational purposes only and does not constitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. AMD and the speaker do not recommend or endorse any specific course of treatment, products, procedures, opinions, or other information that may be mentioned. Reliance on any information provided by this content is solely at your own risk.

Ever curious why light, sound, smells and touch can be so bothersome when you live with migraine? Migraine really can make you more sensitive! In this episode of Spotlight on Migraine, Neura Health medical director Dr. Thomas Berk, MD FAHS explains why people with migraine experience more sensitivities and offers insight on ways to manage them. This content was produced with financial support from Neura Health and is intended for educational purposes only. It does not constitute an endorsement by the Association of Migraine Disorders for Neura Health's services. Read the transcript at https://www.migrainedisorders.org/podcast/s6ep11-migraine-sensitivity/ *The contents of this podcast are intended for general informational purposes only and does not constitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. AMD and the speaker do not recommend or endorse any specific course of treatment, products, procedures, opinions, or other information that may be mentioned. Reliance on any information provided by this content is solely at your own risk.

Do you often get a migraine attack when the barometric pressure drops or during a big storm? Why is that?! In this episode of Spotlight On Migraine, Dr. Shivang Joshi explains how changes in weather and barometric pressure can impact people with migraine. And while you can't control the weather, Dr. Joshi offers some suggestions for how to help manage migraine symptoms when you know a big change in weather or barometric pressure is coming. Read the transcript at www.migrainedisorders.org/podcast/s6ep9-weather-barometric-pressure *The contents of this podcast are intended for general informational purposes only and does not constitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. AMD and the speaker do not recommend or endorse any specific course of treatment, products, procedures, opinions, or other information that may be mentioned. Reliance on any information provided by this content is solely at your own risk.

Yawning, food cravings, mood changes, these could be signs you are in the prodrome or first phase of a migraine attack. In this episode, Dr. Anna Pace discusses what happens in our brain during the prodrome and the symptoms that can occur. And if you've ever wondered if eating chocolate triggers a migraine attack you'll want to hear what she has to say about prodrome food cravings. Read the transcript at www.migrainedisorders.org/podcast/s6ep6-migraine-prodrome/ *The contents of this podcast are intended for general informational purposes only and does not constitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. AMD and the speaker do not recommend or endorse any specific course of treatment, products, procedures, opinions, or other information that may be mentioned. Reliance on any information provided by this content is solely at your own risk.

In this episode, dive deeper into the world of migraine disease as we explore Hemiplegic Migraine and Migraine with Unilateral Motor Symptoms (MUMS). Dr. Thomas Berk unpacks the intricacies of these diseases and their differences, while Cannon Hodge shares her personal journey living with MUMS. Read the transcript at migrainedisorders.org/podcast/s6ep4-hemiplegic-migraine-and-mums *The contents of this podcast are intended for general informational purposes only and does not constitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. AMD and the speaker do not recommend or endorse any specific course of treatment, products, procedures, opinions, or other information that may be mentioned. Reliance on any information provided by this content is solely at your own risk.

In this episode of Spotlight On Migraine, Sam Kelokates, PT, DPT explains how physical therapy can be an option for people living with migraine, physical therapy techniques, potential benefits, and how to get started. Read the transcript at: www.migrainedisorders.org/podcast/s6ep2-physical-therapy *The contents of this podcast are intended for general informational purposes only and does not constitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. AMD and the speaker do not recommend or endorse any specific course of treatment, products, procedures, opinions, or other information that may be mentioned. Reliance on any information provided by this content is solely at your own risk.

In this episode, Dr. Sait Ashina talks to us about Medication Overuse Headache, also known as Rebound or Medication Adaptation Headache. He discusses how it occurs, who is more likely to develop it, and how to prevent or break the headache cycle. More ways to tune in: www.migrainedisorders.org/podcasts