Are new migraine injections like Aimovig or Ajovy effective?

Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I read your query and understand your concern.

I hear you, and it sounds incredibly frustrating to deal with migraines that interfere so much with your daily life and work.

Experiencing throbbing pain, nausea, and light sensitivity multiple times a month can make it feel like your schedule is completely controlled by your headaches, and it is completely understandable to feel exhausted by that.

The new migraine injections like Aimovig (Erenumab) and Ajovy (Fremanezumab), which target the calcitonin gene-related peptide (CGRP) pathway, have helped many people reduce both the frequency and severity of migraine attacks, especially for those who have not had consistent relief from oral medications like Sumatriptan.

Eight to ten headache days a month puts you in the category where preventive therapy is usually considered, and these injections could be an option worth discussing with your neurologist to see if you are a candidate.

Identifying and avoiding triggers such as red wine and sleep deprivation is helpful, but it often is not enough on its own, which is why preventive treatments can make a significant difference in quality of life.

As for imaging, an MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) is sometimes recommended if there are unusual features in your headache, such as sudden onset, changes in pattern, neurological symptoms, or if you or your doctor wants reassurance, but many people with a long history of typical migraines do not need one.

You deserve support and a treatment plan that allows you to feel more in control and less restricted by your migraines.

I hope I have addressed all your questions. If there is anything else, please let me know.

Thank you.