Depakote

Deb,

Good to know. I was on the Amitriptilyne, and it made me soooo, tired. I couldn't hardly drive to work. I was on it for at least 6 months or more, and still was tired. I think everyone is different, and that's what I'm learning from this website, and others.

but glad you are doing better.

God bless. Stay well.

Denise

Tammy,

Yes, that does help. Thanks for the info. I'm glad you are doing better.

God Bless you.

Denise

MP,

Well, I've heard similiar things, and yes, I've had the short term memory loss. I'm also studdering on my words. Don't know what that is. So, I guess I'm not going Looney. LOL.

Well, thank you. and Good luck to you also.

Denise

Sometimes I blame the memory loss on being a mom!!  Anyway, how long have you had migraines?  I have had them about 20 years.  Now I am to the point of a constant daily headache.  Do you use Imitrex?  I find that can work really well for me, the injection that is.  Try to write back, would like to talk to someone who understands what I am going through!

Marilyn

Marilyn,

Yes, I have one grown daughter who lives in Indianapolis. I'm in Dayton, Ohio. I have tried Imitrex. Doesn't work for me. Made me more nauseated also. Tried other Triptans, and I had terrible side-effects. Like, tightening in chest and throat, and couldn't hardly breath, as well as nauseated more. So, unfortunately, I can't take those. I've had mine for about 17 years, I started with daily headaches in my teens, and 20's, then at 26 to 27, I'd say, it was always migraines. Also menstrual. I have had a total hysterectomy, and on low doses of patch, and cream.

Just wanting to know if Depakote has worked for many, and it seems it is helping some. Bottom line, There's nothing going to take them away. Just, maybe something will help them be less painful, and last less time.

Denise

I understand.  I had one when I woke up this morning.  I was in bed til 12noon with a wet washcloth on my forehead.  I did take my Imitrex shot earlier, it works, but, I still manage to feel like crap, and the headache really does not go away completely.  I am going to a new neurologist on Wednesday.  Will let you know if he suggests anything new for me!  Hope you have a migraine free week!

Marilyn

Marilyn,

I hope you find something to help. I do know what you are going through. I'm praying everyday for my disability. I need to pay my bills, and my husband works, but it's getting tough. I have other medical stuff going on also. I need gum surgery, and I had intensive gum cleaning. That was $400 after insurance, and I'll have $800 to pay for the surgery. I paid over $4000 in medical bills out of pocket this year. So...........that's another depressing thing.

I'll pray for you Marilyn tonight. Let me know how you are doing, and what the Doc says.

Take care.

God bless!

Denise

Will do.  I understand the money thing.  My husband has a really good job, but, he told me on Saturday that they may have to cut salaries depending on this month's outcome.  That stinks....I have 3 kids, 15, 13, 9.  My oldest, a daughter is in private school.  She is doing extremely well, but, I am already wondering if we will be able to afford tuition next year.  The neurologist appt alone on Wednesday will be $400, I do not think insurance will cover any of it.  Also, my son needs braces!  Oh well, we will all get through this.......I will pray for you too...   By the way my youngest son's name is Garrett!!  My husband works in Ohio and Indy a lot!!  Maybe we can talk about something else besides migraines next time!

Okay. Marilyn,

My last name is Oaks now, just haven't changed it yet on here. I got married on May 3rd for the 3rd time. Third time's a charm. I'm hoping.

Take care. Let me know what the doc says.

Belated Congrats.......will let you know.