Magic Mushrooms? What You Need to Know About Psychedelics for Migraine -Spotlight on Migraine S3:Ep9

Dr. Peter McAllister joined us to answer all of our questions about psychedelics for the treatment of migraine and headache. He explains the different types of psychedelics, how they work, safety profiles and how people can become involved in this fascinating area of study.

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[Lemonz]

I tried microdosing mushrooms and I almost cried when I tried it.
20 years of failed treatments and at least 8 prescription medications with no to minimal effect. And after only two microdoses of mushrooms and my chronic low grade headaches almost completely evaporated, and I can now go multiple days without any pain in my head at all. I’ve never tried that since my early teens.
I still get migraines on occasion but it has been reduced by at least 50% if not more.

[ColorfulBallerina]

Migraines often co occur with ADHD, autism, dyslexia, sensory processing disorder etc. I have traits of ADHD, autism, and dyslexia. I also have chronic migraine disease.

[JuanitaGrande]

That was tres appreciated. Thanks much to you both. After 10+ years of severe brainstem migraines/treatment limitations, I am READY to go with the flow of nature 🍄.

[lennieblake]

LSD was profound 8n curbing my consumption of alcohol.
I spent years trying to cut back and while it was possible, I had little will, despite bit bothering me.
One day, I had an uncomfortable LSD experience where I found myself pondering the two things that were bothering me most. Alcohol and finances.
I decided there and then what I did and did jot want to do any longer, and that was that!
No struggle. Just a decision.
These things can be profoundly positive.
I'm now researching microdosing for migraines. Grateful for any genuine information I can find on this, so thank you for the work you are doing.

[jamesreed]

I’ve been suffering migraines recently and it has been completely debilitating! I seen a study years ago about this so today 4/20/2023 I was in the middle of an attack and remembered I had a magic mushroom. So I took half of it and I was absolutely astounded my migraine started to ease up immediately! It was completely gone within 10 minutes! But again this was only today. I’ll have to see what happens in the future.

[Catherine-Terra]

Dr. McAllister thank you for your excellence as a clinician and for advocating for your clients who suffer regardless of currently available medications.

[skwzr]

Thanks for this video. I would love to find out more. I’ve had migraines for about 50 years. I’ve tried many pharmaceuticals, but I still have about 2-4 migraines per month. They aren’t just headaches. They seem to affect my whole body. I’m seeng my neurologist next month for a re-evaluation. I’m going to ask her about this and possibly refer her to this video.

[clairerobertson]

I'm a migraine sufferer iv been referred for botox I cancelled it as nit sure as its a poison full of toxins, I do have chronic migraine and fed up being ill so new discoveries like this is good to hear. Wondering if it will become a thing.

[alisoninchausti]

Psilocybin is legal in Brazil and so I hope that some studies will be forthcoming.

[delaneyondreams]

A brief BIO in program notes on Dr. McAllister would be appreciated.

[scout]

I am basically that "63 year old accountant." Is there data on the effectiveness of legal magic mushrooms on chronic migraines?

[marcihaught]

How do I get in this study? Most meds don’t agree with me or work.

[dustyfeller]

17:00 Most people don’t have a “connection” to obtain. Therefore: No access for people with intractable pain and suffering.

[Ricolinguini]

Well I’ve done my fair share of mushrooms and well they help but after about a year my migraines are back so I think I will dose soon again

[dustyfeller]

12:55 - Chronic cluster, 7/365, not depressed but only solution is suicide. Still able to research, discover, and self-advocate for psychedelic treatment, and find it. Problem is that doctors can’t legally recommend it, let alone prescribe. Schedule I. Unethical? Or immoral?

[theactivatedwoman]

Wondering about serotonin syndrome and if you have it from taking say SSRI’s (relpax) is still psilocybin safe??

[danielpercival]

Now psilocybin is becoming ‘more legal’ maybe it’s time to do an update on this video

[DeArtiztHayenga]

One of the acting ingredients in the "triptans" that are normally prescribed for cluster headaches is psilocin. That's why they work best and are somewhat effective for most. Unfortunately, the other compounds found in the triptans are really quite dangerous and produce a long list of side effects. Some potentially serious if used for long periods of time. That's why their quantities and use are so strictly regulated.

[cindyfreemire]

Thank you for your endless work on this subject and for this video. Let's all pray they make it legal for us sufferers....or should I say "warriors"? Stay well 😊

[benwright]

How did it get on his Membrain, did he spill it on his bicycle seat?