With having 16 migraines a month, you would be able to go with the Botox for migraines and it has made a real difference for me. You have to have 15 migraines a month lasting about 4 hours each.

Botox for migraines is different than the botox for beauty so don't think of it that way. It's time to talk with a neurologist about this.

thanks for the advice, I have been considering botox, do you know if it is covered by insurance and is it expensive?

I get stress induced migraines. When I was under the most stress I had 4 a week, so I can relate! Back in my earlier days, pre-GAD....etc,
my doctor put me on amitryptaline (not sure I spelled that correctly), it is a light anti-depressant, it made a HUGE difference in the number of migraines I was getting, and in my case put me on the road to figuring out I had GAD, especially after I had children. I have tried almost everything for my migraines, including sinus surgery (huge mistake!!). Hope that helps!

I have stress induced migraines also. Although my official diagnosis is Intractable migraines (migraines that do not respond to medication).

I'm having a hard time right now (in life), therefore I'm experincing about 16 migraines per month.
This is the medication I am on: Topamax, Flexeril, Prozac, Buspar, Trazodone, BOTOX, Trigger Point injections and when the migraine hits: Fioricet, Maxalt, Imitrex Injection and sometimes Norco.

My Doctors have suggested I change jobs, go on disability, see a therapist (Ihave), see a different type of Therapist, try accupuncture, meditate (I learned how), exercise, change my life style.

My Insurance company does cover BOTOX. It is now FDA approved for migraines. I have been getting the injections for 5 years. It does not keep me from getting the migraine, but it does keep the pain intensity down/managable.

I have no advice really. I just wanted to write and let you know that you are not alone!!!

BIG HUGS

My heart broke when I read your post. Too much responsibility, too much care taking to put on one persons shoulders. I cared for my parents as they aged, got ill for a long time and then passed away all while working with two young kids and a husband. I wish you the best in your hard situation. Without some relief at home I don't see how you will feel better.

Sometimes when a headache won't break I get a Tordal shot with an Imitrex shot. Some other things I've tried is wrapping my head in ice or putting heat on my neck an upper back. I also take vitamins B12, magnesium, and CoQ10 everyday.

What you need to do is take care of you for once. I know that is hard to do. I wish you all the best with your situation.

Boy oh boy, that is tough on you and migraine just compounds the entire cycle. Botox should help you break the cycles of pain, but your still have the issues of stress that you have to mitigate. Stand back and see what you can reduce and start there.

Hard love here, but your husband has to take care of his health issues so you can deal with yours. Or, stay the hell away from you. Make boundaries. I've had to do this, time and time again. At work, ask yourself how much you are really responsible for.....and stick to it. Don't take on more than is yours. Draw lines for yourself.

Easier said than done. Botox has helped me to break cycles and occassionally I take Ativan at night to get me a deep relaxation that I really need.

Best of luck to you.