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salsachica82

I have had the worst migraines since before I was in 6th grade.

posted 04/17/2009, comments (5)

I have hole in my heart! Causing migraines ???

I just found out I have a hole in my heart. It may be contributing to my constant migraines, and it may explain why good medicines don't always work for me. I hope more reseach is being conducted - ASD or PFO and Migraines... Closing the gap to stop the cycle of Migraines. I'll participate!!! I am already about to have more scans done, and... Read more Chevron

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Teri Robert

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posted 10/04/2008, comments (0)

PFO and Migraine - What the UK MIST Trial Showed

Migraine sufferers who want to know more about patent foramen ovale (PFO) and a possible connection to Migraine should be interested in the results of the MIST (Migraine Intervention with STARFlex® Technology) study. MIST was the British double-blind study designed to evaluate the effect of PFO (patent foramen ovale) closure on Migraine. (See:... Read more Chevron

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posted 08/16/2008, comments (0)

Don't add clots to your headaches!

I know what we talk about here is headaches. But, after my recent hospitalization I want to give you all tips on not ending up where I was.Blood clots form in veins. Typically they begin in your legs. You may have heard of Deep Vein Thrombosis or DVT. These clots can break free and move. If they move, they have a high... Read more Chevron

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posted 07/16/2008, comments (7)

PFO Closure one year on and Propranolol

I had my PFO closed on the 4th July 2007 and have only had 3 migraines since, one really bad and two not so bad. I was wondering if anyone can advise me on something. Since the Procedure last year i have been really tired all the time, i just don't have any energy? I'm not sure if it is the implant which has caused this or... Read more Chevron

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posted 06/08/2008, comments (4)

frustration!

After being told that I wouldnt go further in the PFO study, I was referred to an arrythmia specialist. He told me he thought I had a form of dysautonomia called "P.O.T.S" which is often comorbid with migraines. He sent me to my Canadian neurologist, who referred me to another specialist to get the test done to DX. I was made to believe the test... Read more Chevron

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