Welcome to Connect @faithann64. You have come to a great place for support and knowledge. I have been where you are and it's tormenting. I do understand and am so sorry you have constant headaches. The journey of Botox, self injections, pills, urgent care trips, missing work, etc... is exhausting.

I was caught in a downward spiral and did not get out of it until I attended Mayo Clinic's Pain Rehabilitation Center (PRC) where I tapered off all meds and not only learned how to live with chronic pain, but how to quiet it and lead a more productive life. I have attached information about Mayo PRC. Take a look when you are able.
https://www.mayoclinic.org/departments-centers/pain-rehabilitation-center/sections/overview/ovc-20481691
Would you mind letting me know what you think of the program?

Dr. Sletten from Jacksonville Mayo teaches the PRC program. Here is a video of him explaining central sensitization syndrome. You may find it helpful as well.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8defN4iIbho
Do you mind letting me know what you think of the info I've provided? Does any of it resonate with you? I'm here, please reach out any time.

In reply to faithann64….@migizii….as a fellow chronic migraine person, this illness is complex and difficult to discern and navigate. My journey has been arduous with many twists and turns….numerous tries with many different medications; alternative therapies; and various doctors. I have a very long list of triggers and have learned many lessons in my lifelong journey. It will take time to find what will work for you; I have found anything I tried had to be given at least three to six months before seeing any change (+/-); finding a doctor who won’t give up on you helps greatly; routine is of utmost importance (I actively avoided this for so many years!); and there is hope! My 15-20 migraines a month finally got reduced to 6-8. Not good to the general world but absolutely AWESOME I to me and only one ER trip in three years.

@faithann64
I feel your pain…
So many things can trigger migraines. Some of mine are my year-round allergies and I am chemical sensitive (aromas of cleaning solutions, air fresheners, perfumes, etc) Of course stress does not help.

One of my first suggestions with anyone with health problems is to keep a journal…
write down what you ate and drank (foods & drinks can trigger migraines). Write down how you were feeling.. were you stressed, sad, overwhelmed. If you have high blood pressure… are you keeping it under control.
Do your migraines come near a time you take certain medications…

Most of the time migraines have early signs they are coming.

Take something then. … whatever helps.

I am not suppose to take aspirin or any nsaid because of my stomach … but When I do feel a migraine coming on I take two extra strength Tylenol and one regular strength aspirin. It usually prevents the migraine.. but if not I repeat. .. making sure I have food on my stomach.

I got the Relief Band about a year ago for nausea that I get. It is like a tens unit you wear like a watch. I found that it also helps quell any type headache. I got the cheaper one with the replaceable battery. I found it also helps with the arthritic pain I have in that hand.. I wear it on my right wrist. I tried it on my left wrist and it seem to make my heart beat a little fast. My husband bought the Relief Band through the company that makes it on Amazon.. it is same price as their web site, but my husband is used to dealing with Amazon.

I hope you find what works for you soon.
ZeeGee