Living Better: Real Stories of Migraine Treatment Success

Sarah's Journey: CGRP Inhibitors

Background

• 15-year history of chronic migraines
• Previous treatments: triptans, antidepressants, beta-blockers
• 12-15 migraine days per month

Treatment Success

• Started CGRP inhibitor therapy (erenumab)
• Reduction to 3-4 migraine days per month
• Improved quality of life scores by 65%

Michael's Story: Lifestyle Modifications + Preventive Medication

Initial Challenges

• Irregular work schedule triggering migraines
• Food sensitivities unidentified
• 8-10 severe episodes monthly

Successful Interventions

• Sleep schedule regulation
• Dietary trigger identification
• Topiramate as preventive medication
• Current status: 2-3 mild episodes monthly

Maria's Experience: Botox + Acute Treatment Plan

Previous Situation

• Chronic refractory migraines
• Medication overuse headache
• Significant work absenteeism

Treatment Success

• Quarterly Botox injections
• Structured acute medication plan
• 70% reduction in headache days
• Returned to full-time work

Key Success Factors

1. Personalized treatment approaches
2. Combination therapy when appropriate
3. Regular follow-up with neurologists
4. Patient education and engagement
5. Lifestyle modification support

Treatment Options Highlighted

• CGRP inhibitors
• Botox therapy
• Preventive medications
• Acute treatment strategies
• Lifestyle interventions