u/BuffytheCampfireSlay

I’ve been suffering from migraines for a decade, and finally found a doctor that took me seriously a few weeks ago. My migraine attacks had been fairly infrequent (around 3-5 days per month on average) but have recently become much more frequent. Since being prescribed a medication 2 weeks ago, I’ve already needed to take it twice. It has really helped when I’ve taken it!

My main concern is that I’m traveling to Japan for 10 days in 2 weeks, and I only have 4 pills left. My doctor is through telehealth and has his messages turned off, so I’ll need to make another appointment to get a refill.

Does anyone have experience with traveling internationally and migraine? Do you think I need a refill? I’m anticipating needing to take one on the plane both ways because high elevation is a trigger (no matter how much water I drink). I am also supposed to get my period around the time of my first flight, which is my most common trigger. I’m hoping the humidity in Japan will be gentle to me, but I honestly have no clue.

Any advice is very welcome!

I am currently a full-time student with 2 jobs. I have ADHD and have recently started back on adderall to help with my executive function and mental health while navigating all of this. Lately, my energy levels, appetite, and budget have been struggling quite a bit when it comes to mealtimes. My normal food staples (rice & beans, chickpeas & quinoa, pasta dishes) have been pretty unappealing with the adderall.

Foods I’ve been finding particularly unappealing are high-carb foods like bread, pasta, tortillas, rice, etc. and sugary foods. I also don’t eat red meat and really dislike the taste of eggs. I’ve been getting full really quickly as well, so I’d like to get as many nutrients as possible in relatively small portions. I also don’t have a microwave, which definitely limits my options a bit!

What I’ve found the most success with lately is getting a big platter of Caesar salad and a rotisserie chicken from Sam’s Club and portioning it out over the week, which I will probably continue for my lunches. Breakfast and dinner are definitely where I’m struggling more.

My recent breakfasts have mostly just been a boost protein shake and my dinners have mostly been sweet potato fries or popcorn with nutritional yeast.

I know these parameters are kinda odd, but any ideas would be a huge help!