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Pascal Derrien @maigr.bsky.social · 4h

Important Research Survey
Use your voice & contribute to an important research project on the Lived Experience of Migraine. A student at Munster Technological University is doing their research project on the lived experience of migraine for their master's.
survey
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Pascal Derrien @maigr.bsky.social · 1d

To help you through what’s known collectively as ‘Holiday’ season (Halloween, Thanksgiving, Diwali, Christmas, etc.) Here is a talk that Prof Dawn Buse did for @migraine Ireland back in 2023 youtu.be/dY59mK16Pq4

#diwali #celebrations #migraine #triggers

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Pascal Derrien @maigr.bsky.social · 5h

It's not "having a laugh" for the millions whose lives are profoundly impacted Understanding the difference between a minor headache and a chronic, disabling neurological disease is crucial for empathy and proper support
#MigraineAwareness #ChronicIllness #InvisibleDisability #NotJustAHeadache

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Pascal Derrien @maigr.bsky.social · 1d

To help you through what’s known collectively as ‘Holiday’ season (Halloween, Thanksgiving, Diwali, Christmas, etc.) Here is a talk that Prof Dawn Buse did for @migraine Ireland back in 2023 youtu.be/dY59mK16Pq4

#diwali #celebrations #migraine #triggers

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Pascal Derrien @maigr.bsky.social · 6d

October 15th is International Day for Rural Women

This may be an area where technology and telemedicine can help with, however, rural broadband issues may add an additional burden on the people living with migraine.
migrainebuddy.com/addressing-t...

#notjustaheadache #countrylife

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Pascal Derrien @maigr.bsky.social · 7d

It's a mix of factors:

High-Cost Meds:
Specialist Access: Long wait times
Frequent Visits: due to the complex, chronic nature of the disease.
Trial & Error: Finding the right combination of acute and preventive meds is a long, costly process.

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Pascal Derrien @maigr.bsky.social · 6d

October 15th is International Day for Rural Women

This may be an area where technology and telemedicine can help with, however, rural broadband issues may add an additional burden on the people living with migraine.
migrainebuddy.com/addressing-t...

#notjustaheadache #countrylife

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Pascal Derrien @maigr.bsky.social · 8d

Maybe a little, but here’s why I keep posting:
Visibility Matters: alking about it keeps it from being an afterthought.
You're Not Alone: it's worth it.
Advocacy & Education: Every share helps break down stigma and educates

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Pascal Derrien @maigr.bsky.social · 7d

It's a mix of factors:

High-Cost Meds:
Specialist Access: Long wait times
Frequent Visits: due to the complex, chronic nature of the disease.
Trial & Error: Finding the right combination of acute and preventive meds is a long, costly process.

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Pascal Derrien @maigr.bsky.social · 11d

A few years back a study into Migraine and Anxiety concluded “two critical results were found: (a) the comorbidity of migraine and anxiety is strong and significant and (b) the comorbidity of anxiety with migraine is significantly higher among migraineurs vs. non-migraineurs.”

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Pascal Derrien @maigr.bsky.social · 8d

Maybe a little, but here’s why I keep posting:
Visibility Matters: alking about it keeps it from being an afterthought.
You're Not Alone: it's worth it.
Advocacy & Education: Every share helps break down stigma and educates

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Pascal Derrien @maigr.bsky.social · 12d

➡️ The Evolution: From Paternalistic to Partnership
The future of the HCP-patient relationship in migraine is a team effort. Patients are using the knowledge and confidence gained online to seek out providers who view them as a co-manager of their health.

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Pascal Derrien @maigr.bsky.social · 11d

A few years back a study into Migraine and Anxiety concluded “two critical results were found: (a) the comorbidity of migraine and anxiety is strong and significant and (b) the comorbidity of anxiety with migraine is significantly higher among migraineurs vs. non-migraineurs.”

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Pascal Derrien @maigr.bsky.social · 13d

💊 Triptans (serotonin 5-HT1B/1D receptor agonists) work by constricting cranial blood vessels and blocking pain signals in the brain, providing targeted relief from migraine attacks.
Ask your clinician if triptans are an appropriate treatment option for you
#MigraineScience #NeuroHealth

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Pascal Derrien @maigr.bsky.social · 12d

➡️ The Evolution: From Paternalistic to Partnership
The future of the HCP-patient relationship in migraine is a team effort. Patients are using the knowledge and confidence gained online to seek out providers who view them as a co-manager of their health.

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Pascal Derrien @maigr.bsky.social · 14d

Primary Care is CRITICAL for migraineurs!

It's where most people receive their diagnosis, education, and initial preventative/acute medication prescriptions for relief.

Make sure your primary care provider is part of your migraine team! 💪

#Migraine #HealthGoals #PainManagement

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Pascal Derrien @maigr.bsky.social · 13d

💊 Triptans (serotonin 5-HT1B/1D receptor agonists) work by constricting cranial blood vessels and blocking pain signals in the brain, providing targeted relief from migraine attacks.
Ask your clinician if triptans are an appropriate treatment option for you
#MigraineScience #NeuroHealth

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Pascal Derrien @maigr.bsky.social · 15d

Monday is as good as any other day to remind you that If you have missed out on some of our recent talks, many of them are available to watch back on our YouTube channel, including 2 talks from Aoife Kimber on nutrition Detox Strategies (Jan 2025) & Eating Healthily (May 2025)
lnkd.in/e6zBs9yv

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Pascal Derrien @maigr.bsky.social · 14d

Primary Care is CRITICAL for migraineurs!

It's where most people receive their diagnosis, education, and initial preventative/acute medication prescriptions for relief.

Make sure your primary care provider is part of your migraine team! 💪

#Migraine #HealthGoals #PainManagement

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Pascal Derrien @maigr.bsky.social · 18d

🔢 1 in 7 people worldwide live with migraine.
🕒 15+ days a month is considered chronic migraine.
⚡ 3x more common in women than men.
💤 Sleep, stress, and certain foods are among the top triggers.
📉 Migraine is the 2nd leading cause of disability globally.

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Pascal Derrien @maigr.bsky.social · 15d

Monday is as good as any other day to remind you that If you have missed out on some of our recent talks, many of them are available to watch back on our YouTube channel, including 2 talks from Aoife Kimber on nutrition Detox Strategies (Jan 2025) & Eating Healthily (May 2025)
lnkd.in/e6zBs9yv

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Pascal Derrien @maigr.bsky.social · 19d

Status Migrainosus : Suffering from a migraine that won't go away or unrelenting agony. If your attack lasts for more than 72 hours, it could be Status Migrainosus. This is a rare, severe, & debilitating complication that requires immediate medical attention

#migraine #StatusMigrainosus #pain

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Pascal Derrien @maigr.bsky.social · 18d

🔢 1 in 7 people worldwide live with migraine.
🕒 15+ days a month is considered chronic migraine.
⚡ 3x more common in women than men.
💤 Sleep, stress, and certain foods are among the top triggers.
📉 Migraine is the 2nd leading cause of disability globally.

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Pascal Derrien @maigr.bsky.social · 20d

where the coffee comes in: according to the Migraine Trust in the UK “Caffeine in the form of a strong cup of coffee before bed seems effective as both an acute and preventive treatment.” lnkd.in/e4TJw75U

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Pascal Derrien @maigr.bsky.social · 19d

Status Migrainosus : Suffering from a migraine that won't go away or unrelenting agony. If your attack lasts for more than 72 hours, it could be Status Migrainosus. This is a rare, severe, & debilitating complication that requires immediate medical attention

#migraine #StatusMigrainosus #pain

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