When Migraine Throws You Off-Balance | Me vs Migraine Episode 3
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- čas přidán 30. 07. 2024
- Discover how migraine advocate, Bruce Shaw, juggled a high-pressure career in education with migraine symptoms that were more debilitating than the head pain itself. In retirement, Bruce found that his symptoms worsened. We explore what he plans to do from here.
Questions addressed include:
- Bruce’s disorienting attacks at work
- How his vestibular symptoms throw his day off balance
- The role of stress as an attack trigger
- How he manages attacks so he can continue his advocacy work
- What advice he'd give to others who haven't improved
- Expert insights on how to manage triggers and symptoms
Your questions answered
We’ll also hear excerpts from several medical experts from the Migraine World Summit.
This is Episode 3 of a new series called ‘Me vs Migraine’. Join Migraine World Summit hosts Paula and Carl to hear compelling stories from people with migraine, expert insights and audience Q&A:
- Episode 1: • How Migraine Attacked ...
- Episode 2: • Recovering From Rock B...
00:00 - Introduction
03:13 - Bruce's Story: My first migraine
05:57.- Bruce's Story: Migraine auras
11:53 - Bruce's Story: Vestibular migraine and medication
14:01 - Bruce's Story: Life as a principal with migraines
18:18 - Bruce's Story: When symptoms get worse after retirement
22:03 - Bruce's Story: Battling "The Hulk" through the years
25:31 - Bruce's Story: Lifestyle changes and sleep patterns
30:46 - Bruce's Story: Conclusion
32:38 - Dr. Michael Teixido - Vestibular migraine
37:30 - Dr. Rebecca Wells: Stress and migraine triggers
40:28 - Dr. Allan Purdy: Aging with migraine
42:52 - Q&A with Bruce and Paula
I've always called it a stress hangover. In the midst of a crisis or the experience of intense emotions, I'm OK, but the days after I'm in migraine and panic attack hell. Ugh, those shimmery jaggedy circles. I know them all too well. Thank you for producing this series!
Thank you for watching!
I was also an educator in a large high school in NYC, now retired. Many of us discussed our migraines. I am good friends with one person due to our migraines. My migraines also have become more frequent as I age.
Migraine attacks increasing with age is an area covered at the Migraine World Summit starting next week. You might find some answers there Linda.
Almost 40 years now. Not getting better. In the most stressful situations I pushed through because life goes on. They started when I worked as a military officer in a Missile Wing. I tried to find a less stressful career after military service. Finally the VA is on a quest to help me.
That's great to hear. Self education about migraine is important for more effective management.