Help us raise money

Hi there!

Thanks for coming to my page! I was diagnosed more than 25 years ago with chronic migraines during a time when there were no dedicated treatments for migraines. Needless to say, navigating as an adolescent into adulthood with this disability has had it's challenges. I've had everything from Botox to Stem Cell Procedures and even multiple Occipital Nerve Blocks only to still live with chronic pain. 

Chronic migraine is defined as having headaches on at least 15 days per month, with eight of these having migraine symptoms, for at least three months. Unfortunately, I've gone months with chronic migraines which includes frequent headaches, increased sensitivity to light, sound and smells, nausea, brain fog and auras (such as visual disturbances, problems with speech, dizziness and vertigo).

What causes chronic migraine?

It’s not fully understood what causes chronic migraine as there just isn't a lot known about this neurological event. I've also had numerous clear brain MRI's all show normal results.

It has been extremely challenging to find an appropriate treatment for my chronic migraines as I've spent years trying to find a way to make them manageable which is why this fundraiser is important to me.

Spreading awareness, research and funding can help bring in both change and opportunity to advance in making the lives of others just like me better. 

I hope you'll join my team and I also hope you'll make a contribution to this cause 

Nikesha