Migraines (and what you do when you have them)

[Zappykins]

I don't get them very often, but always not fun at all. I get one of the 'classic' kinds, and there are completly different from a regular headache.

I get some warning, and I try to get to some place quiet, cool and dark.  I can often stop them from that.  A cold rag on the back of the neck and/or forehead helps too.

A bit of an alternative things smelling some Essential Oils but it can really help me.  I find Peppermint or Mandarin (sort of like orange, but orange doesn’t work for me) sometimes work.  I also get a blend of peppermint and some other stuff that helps too - it's called 'Peppermint Jubilee.'  Sometimes I can stop it from getting worse with these botanicals.  I haven't found any others that help much.

Also, my Doctors tells me that many people use Cannabis aka Marijuana for relief.  If you live in a state or region that allows it, it might be worth a try.

Also, watch you sleep and eating patters before they happen.  Sometimes irregularities can start an imbalance that lead to a migraine.

They are rare but unpleasant.  One of my brother’s gets them too – and you can just see it in his face when he is in one.  He looks like a Zebra on a documentry, where the lion are biting and has the 'just get it over with already' look.  It's just so sad.

Good luck.