Last week I had the opportunity to meet the people over at Excedrin Migraine for an awesome event in NYC. I am an Excedrin Migraine Ambassador, and while I wish I didn’t have symptoms to deem myself worthy of such a title, I did have a great time being pampered at the Affinia Dumont hotel last week.
It doesn’t surprise me that the majority of women I know suffer from migraines. Considering there are so many triggers which may bring on a migraine, it seems that stress is the #1 reason most people think they get migraines. Some migraine sufferers, such as my mom, have debilitating symptoms which include sensitivity to lights and sounds, nausea, and of course, a pounding headache. I’m no stranger to migraines, as I have been suffering with sporadic migraines since I was 14. I believe my migraines were brought on by a car accident, but since I was at an age where hormonal changes occur, I can never be too sure. What I am sure about is how to treat my migraines.
I’ve never had to resort to prescription medications. My mom would always pour me a cup of coffee and hand over two acetaminophen and a cold pack. A few years after my first migraine, a friend’s mother introduced me to Excedrin, which has the same ingredients my mom would give me for a migraine, only it is much more portable, and goes down a lot easier when nausea is included in my symptoms.
Fortunately, I lived with a migraine expert who was able to tell me how migraines were triggered and what I should avoid. Many people don’t know what triggers their migraines and look for a better understanding of why they get migraines. Like everything else in this world, “There’s an app for that!” The folks over at Excedrin Migraine have a new app, My Migraine Triggers, which is available for free on iTunes. You can easily track your triggers, including things you eat or even the dreaded time of month. By using this app, you can also help your doctor get a better understanding of what causes your migraines and figure out a course of action to help prevent migraines.
Do you suffer fromm migraines? Check out the My Migraine Triggers app at iTunes. You can also check out Excedrin on Facebook to hear from other migraine sufferers and share tips on how to manage your migraines.
The awesome people over at Excedrin want to give two of my readers an Excedrin Migraine Relief Kit which include items that may help ease some of your symptoms. The kit includes:
Enter for a chance to win the Excedrin Migraine Relief Kit!
– Sleep Mask
– Noise cancelling ear buds
– Branded Stress Balls
– Herbal Compress
– Branded Water bottle
Enter for a chance to win the Excedrin Migrane Relief Kit below:
Disclosure: I am an Excedrin® Migraine brand ambassador. One iPod Touch to test the app was provided by Novartis Consumer Health, Inc., the makers of Excedrin® Migraine; my journey for a migraine-free experience is my own.
Yes, I unfortunately have suffered from migraines for years.
I have horrible migraines, typically use excedrin migraine but occasionally use prescription medications as well.
all the time, excedrin is my best friend since my rx ran out
I am. I started getting them recently and excedrin migraine has been a lifesaver.
I am not a sufferer but my Husband is
No, my sister is though
yea i been a migraine sufferer for many years now:( my mom does and so does my sister
I’m not, but my partner is! This would help so much!
no, but my husband is
I most deff. am, esp in the winter! Thanks for the chance to win!
No im not but my son suffers
Yes I have been suffering from migraines since 10 years old! Thanks for the chance!
No but I take Excedrin regularly for fibromyalgia and arthritis
Both my son and myself but his are much worse~
Yes, I do get migraine. Rarely, but when I do they take me down and out for a couple days.
Yes I do suffer from occasional migraines.
I don’t but my dh does!
I have been having migraines for five years.
My husband and I both get migraines. Thanks for the chance at such a great prize!
yes! i get horrible migraines!
Yes, I get them once a month.
i have 6-8 migraines a month 🙁
Yes, I get about 4 a year.
Thanks for the chance.
mogrill12@gmail.com
Yes, I could use what is mentioned above..
My husband is a migraine sufferer. If I won, I would give this to him
I get them occasionally
Yes I do
Yes, I am sure everyone agrees they are not fun. Excedrin Migraine is the only OTC that does anything for them.
Ohhhhhhhhh yes…I am
I am a migraine sufferer and I’m really looking forward to trying this app (err, you know what I mean. Obvs not looking forward to a migraine) since I’m struggling to identify triggers.
i have just started getting them! also a lot of my relatives get them.
it started after i had the babies!
I have a family member that is!
Yes I am, I have a 4 day one going right now.
For my hubby, he gets terrible migraines
No I don’t (thank God)
No, my sister is. I would love to win this for her.
Yes, I suffer with migraines – thanks!
yes i am. started after my 3rd pregnancy —– Paul T/Pauline T aka Paul Tran ….. emscout9 at Hotmail dot com
yes, i am. 4 1/2 years ago i had a migrane that caused to me to have a brain anuerism…i had surgery and was in a coma for 3 weeks.i was lucky to have survived and only suffered from short term memory loss…i was so lucky…i still get migranes but not as bad as years ago. the day i had the anuerism my only grandchild was born…didn’t get to see him for weeks. he is my heart! i feel for everyone who suffers from them!
I suffer from migraines caused by Fibromyalgia. They are horrible.
Thanks for this chance!
Annette
I am but not as often as my sister – that is who I would share with!
Yes, I get them occasionally, but my mom has it worse so I’d probably share with her.
Yes, I get them.
not really but my husband gets it a lot. It would be nice to have this kit
My daughter gets them.
My husband and I both get them
My husband has bad migraines.
Yes, I’ve had them for years. I’ve started going to a chiropractor and it has helped but not totally eliminated the pain.
i get them about once a year where I can’t function at all!
i am unfortunately. not all of the time, but randomly
I’m not, but I know several people who are. Thanks for the giveaway.
I am.
I get migraines often and it would be really nice to win this giveaway. Excedrin is a AWESOME brand.
I suffer from daily migraines. No fun!
yes and they suck!
I get them from time to time, but it is usually self-inflicted from not avoiding my triggers.
yes I get migraines occasionally
I am but fortunately they are rare.
Msg will give me a migraine
i would love to win
yes i am
I am not a migraine person. But when I get a headache that isn’t simply muscle tension, I go for the Excedrin.
Sometimes, but luckily not as much as in the past
Yes, I have had migraines for years. My triggers are weather changes, hormones, allergies, and TMJ/tension.
Both myself and my daughter suffer from migraines – it’s something that happens to all the females in my family, unfortunately.
Yes I suffer from migraines. I’m sensitive to smells, light and sound when they hit.
No, but my husband is. He gets an incapacitating migraine every evening!
I definally do and these work great.
yes
I am, sometimes the excedrin works better than the imatrex
Yes I am & I’ve been using Excedrin Migraine for years & it works wonders 🙂
Yes!!
I get headaches but my husband and most of his family get migraines.
I am, ever since middle school. :/
My wife and I both suffer from them.
yes, I have migraines,especially in winter when all the windows are closed
yes i get them so bad sometimes i cry and have to sit in a dark room
I’m not, but my husband is and has been for years.
I am definitely a migraine sufferer. I have one right now. lol
Yes, I’ve been having migraines since around 6 years old. They’re horrible. Thank God they came out Excedrin Migrane, it’s the only thing that works for me. Even after many many doctors and rx’s given by them, it’s still the only thing that actually works on mine. I was so happy when I saw some back on the market about a month ago. I missed it!
I am, as a matter of fact I had a hummer just last week and I wish I would have had this.
Yes I do get migraines a few times a month.
Yes. Usually after a very stressful week, a migraine rears its ugly head 🙁
Yes, I have horrible migraines!!
Yes, I am.
i am a migraine sufferer! i hate them!
I am a migraine sufferer
Unfortunately, I am a migraine sufferer.
I do get migraines. When I don’t want to take my “heavy” rx medication, I take excedrine, and it usually works!
I suffer severely from migraines (runs in my family, my dad suffers chronically also)
Mom gets migranes, many at work get headaches.
I am new to the whole migraine issue. I have a high stress job and suddenly I get migraines more often.
I had been for quite awhile but it seems to be under control for several years now and I’m not exactly sure why. I do have several friends that still get them and the would absolutely appreciate this. Thank you for the opportunity to win.
My daughter has mild Migrane Headaches.
Yes I am!
ptavernie at yahoo dot com
I do get them occasionally.
No, not since I stopped having periods. However, my niece suffers so bad from them. It’s horrible for her. I’d love to win this for her.
Yes I am a migraine sufferer . I get them about once a month.
I do get terrible migraines
My husband and son suffer from migraines, feel so bad for them
I have had migraines in the past but none recently.
YES! Since I was 17…so 25 years now. And they’ve gotten worse. The only thing that helps is Excedrin Migraine, and sometimes that doesn’t resolve it, sadly. I’ve been through every medication out there. Ugh.
Yes, I have chronic migraines – about 3 a week.
nope, i’d gift this
Thanks for the giveaway…yes, but thankfully only 1-2x each month.
This could come in handy
I sure am. Sported one earlier this morning.
Love being migraine free!