I began getting morning headaches at 55 for the first time with the beginning of menopause that were easy to cure with my morning coffee and getting up.I eat well exersize,am happy and relaxed.Later I got the classic 2 or 3 am headaches, that only Excedrin would cure.They progressed to nightly and with more pain.I noticed a monthly cycle that matches the moon with regards to the intensity.
Even though I am post menopausal now at 60, they have not gone away. I tried 3 preventative drugs with no response , accupuncture and every supplement possible. I was first diagnosed with cronic Migraines but now they label me with a Hypnic Headache. I think my circadian rythmn is off from lack of sleep and hot flashes as well as many trips overseas.I sleep better with eye shades.Recently I tried a caffeine pills before bed and melatonin.So far it's working and I am glad to be off Excedrin.Time to give my stomach a rest. I even feel less bloated and swollen from the improvement with inflammation.Crossing my fingers it continues for a whole month.
I would love to connect with anyone else who is studying this too.