Ironically, migraine was directly responsible for Sue becoming a writer. After leaving university, she originally became a teacher but had to give it up after three years.
"My migraines became too frequent and too punishing. They would start every Friday evening as the pressure of the working week lifted and would last until Sunday night.
"I became a freelance writer because I could do it in my own home and in my own time."
Motherhood was another problem for Sue as there were days when she was not well enough to lift her baby daughter and could not cope with the noise toddlers make.
Doctors do not know why people get migraine. It is thought to be caused by blood vessels swelling in the head. But an attack can also be triggered by certain foods. The main culprits are the three Cs - chocolate, cheese and citrus fruits. Alcohol, particularly red wine, is also a recognised trigger.
Teacher: Michael
Many articles taken from 'A word with the doctor', by Dr. John Windsor.
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