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a PFO journey

On October 31st, Dr Marek Gawel *neurologist* took his time examining me, and at the end of the exam, asked me if I had a PFO. I said "not that I know of" He said " I have a feeling you have one, would you consider being in a study?" I said sure. So he promptly brought in his PFO research coordinator, who works in the same... Read moreChevron
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10/22/07 #2 - Tried everything for Migraine. PFO closure?

Full Question:I have suffered from migraines all my life -- 60 years. I have tried everything, including Topamax, acupuncture, dietary changes and biofeedback, to no avail and have about 10-15 headaches a month. A cardiologist suggests that closing a small hole in my heart (a birth defect) called a PFO, may bring significant relief. What is the... Read moreChevron
posted 10/22/2007, comments (0)|
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Co-Workers and Migraine

I'm not asking for faux pity or forced sympathy from my co-workers when I express that I am currently suffering from a migraine.  I'm simply asking for understanding.   I can't help the fact that I have no vacation/sick days left from past migraines, which is why I'm forced to be here today.  I can't help... Read moreChevron
posted 10/17/2007, comments (15)|
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10/8/07 #6 - Clinical link between PFOs and migraines?

Full Question:Is there a clinical link between PFOs and migraines? Should I be asking my physician for a bubble test? Thanks, Suzanne.   Answer:  Dear Suzanne; Good questions! At this point, the best answer we can offer to whether there's a clinical link between PFOs and Migraine is possibly. There are clinical trials... Read moreChevron
posted 10/08/2007, comments (0)|
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Migraine Preventive Medications - Too Many Options To Give Up!

For those of us with frequent headaches or Migraine attacks, preventive medications are often a good option, yet people often say that they've "tried everything" for prevention, and nothing has worked. Do I have good news for you! There are now over 100 medications and virtually endless combinations of them that can be used for... Read moreChevron
posted 10/04/2007, comments (2)|
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