The HBO star humorously referred to a migraine medication in its "dragon form" as a “fearless fighter.”
As "House of the Dragon" launches its second season on June 16, star Emma D'Arcy opened up about a personal struggle — one as intense as the battles portrayed on the HBO series.
“If my life were a show, it would be called "House of the Migraines", because I suffer from migraines,” the actor — who identifies with they/them pronouns — revealed on the red carpet celebrating the new season of the "Game of Thrones"spinoff.
D'Arcy, 31, described migraines as “the recurring theme” of their hypothetical show.
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“In the global hit series "House of the Migraines",” D'Arcy continued, “my dragon Triptan would be a valiant and tireless ally.”
Triptans are a class of medications frequently prescribed for migraines.
According to the Cleveland Clinic, triptans — available as pills, injections, or nasal sprays — alleviate migraines by “altering blood flow in the brain and modifying pain signal processing. They are a primary treatment for migraines.”
Migraines are far more severe than typical headaches. The Mayo Clinic notes they can cause “intense throbbing or pulsing pain, typically on one side of the head,” often accompanied by nausea, vomiting, and extreme sensitivity to light and sound. Migraine attacks can last for hours or days, severely disrupting daily activities.
Actor Liev Schreiber once experienced temporary amnesia from a severe migraine during a Broadway performance of "Doubt: A Parable". Similarly, Kristin Chenoweth considered retiring due to chronic migraines, stating, “It prevented me from enjoying some great moments in my career.”
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The National Library of Medicine describes migraines as “one of the most prevalent and debilitating neurological disorders,” affecting over one billion people annually worldwide.
A study in the "Journal of Headache and Pain" indicates that migraine cases are on the rise, emphasizing the necessity for targeted prevention and control strategies.
The Quran - Chapter Ar-Rahman : 46 - 47
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Then which of your Lord’s favours will you both deny?
