hard to believe its been over a year since i've posted here.
nearly 3 years ago i found a really great migraine doctor, whos worked very hard to help me. we've made great progress. i've gone from spending most days in bed, to only having a few migraines a month.
too bad my progress wasnt enough to save my job. i was... Read more
well i just spent a few hours with the doctor who i believe is the devils twin brother.
i know that there are times that my mirgaines are frequent, but when it puts me on my knees, and my meds won't stay down it's time for help.
last time i saw him, he accused me of being addicted to my meds..... yeah ok, which is WHY i try NOT... Read more
1. the illness i live with is chronic migraines, ulcers, and arthritis
2. i was diagnosed in 1991 at the age of 16
3. but i have had symptoms for as long as i can remember around age 8 or so
4. the biggest adjustment i've had to make is learning to put my needs first, if i'm in pain i go to bed, simple as that
5. most people assume that... Read more
so i went yesterday for my nerve blocks. wasn't bad, even though i had a migraine that morning, my migraine doctor had me go go to my regular doctor to get a shot before i went..... he wanted me comfortable before we started.
it took less than 30 minutes. quick little stick and a burn, and aside from being really sore today ( i'm supposed... Read more
so i finally had my appt with the migraine specialist. and OMG it was totally different than ANY other appt i've ever had.
as i walked in with the nurse he was in the hall watching me, and observed me sitting in a chair reading for 5 minute or so before he came in the room. started with a normal chat, do i like to read? i said yes, then... Read more
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