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By patty Sunday, June 17, 2012

I have had chronic daily migraines for 8 years my doctor has tried everything she can think of last few years.She sent me to a headache specialist she wanted to do D.H.E. so they put me in the hospitol after had the D.H.E. The first time i had no headache.But with in being home 24 hours they all came back.I'm sapose to give myself the shots,but i'm not have much luck with the shots.I just can't continue like this don't think they know what else to do.Has anyone done the D.H.E. shots at home if so any results?Patty

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6/19/12 2:39pm

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I see Teri answered your question and even put it up for the question of the week!

 

I just wanted to let you know that not all "headache specialists" are created equal so to speak. It’s important to note that neurologists aren’t necessarily Migraine and headache specialists. You see, neurologists may be fine doctors, but have a hard time being experts in one area. This is because they treat so many conditions like MS, epilepsy and stroke. A Migraine specialist is just that, an expert who treats one condition - ours - Migraines and headache disorders. When you get a chance, take a look at article Migraine and Headache Specialists - What's So Special? If you need help finding a Migraine specialist, check our listing of Patient Recommended Migraine and Headache Specialists.


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Teri Robert, Health Guide
7/ 5/12 11:11am

Patty,

 

How are you doing now?

 

Don't hesitate to let your doctor know if you're having issues with the DHE injections or if they're not working. No medication is the right one for everyone, so DHE might not be the best one for you. Our doctors need us to tell them if we're having problems. OK?

 

Let us know how you're doing?

Teri

10/23/12 1:55am

Not good i just seem to be getting worse last 2 days have been the worst i've had in some time.The dhe shots don't seem to be working i just can't continue like this.Patty

10/23/12 12:57am

Patty

Like you I have had chronic daily migraines for about the last 7-8 years. I have recently tried botox shots. I have had only my first round. I have not had any relief yet, but my doc says it takes at least 2 rounds before you really see any results. I will be getting my next round at the end of Dec. If you haven't looked into it, it my be worth a try.

Chris

10/23/12 1:57am

Good luck on your botox hope it works for you i did it for over a year didn't work for me so tired of this i can't keep going like this.Patty

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By patty— Last Modified: 10/23/12, First Published: 06/17/12