Hi - 7 weeks ago I had a massive migraine - not my usual where I get visual disturbances, numbness down right side then painful headache. This one started off by the whole room going dark around me and the feeling I was not quite right. This went on for 10 minutes or so and then I got the flashing lights-I then had mayor numbing especially of my legs. To cut a long story short since that big attack I have been experiencing detachment feelings, continuous numbness in different areas of my right arm & over the last 2 weeks moving to my face (cheek, nose, under eyes), sporadic dizziness & nausea, headaches but not everyday and in general not myself. I was really clumsy to begin with (has bettered itself) but generally lethargic. I had a ct scan and nothing was picked up. Will have a MRI on Friday. What am I going through? Is this a Migraine cluster? My doctor doesn't know what is going on and I am yet to see the consultant neurologist. I have been off work for the last 2 weeks because I am finding it very hard to concentrate & sleeping it off at times is the only way I can function. Can anyone enlighten me with what I am experiencing and has any one got any suggestions for me? Many thanks
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Q: Is this a migraine cluster or a different type of migraine?
Hi BethBR,
It sounds like you are having a rough time, and I'm sorry to hear that. Not too much worse than being in chronic pain and not knowing why. Cluster headache does not share some of the symptoms you mentioned. Cluster headache is often be referred to as a "suicide headache," or "hot poker in the eye." The pain can be boring, or buring coming sometimes 8-15 times a day lasting anywhere from 15 to 180 minutes or more. You can continue reading more this in: Cluster Headache - The Basics. Now, having said that, it doesn't mean you couldn't have them, but I would continue searching til I found an answer.
Your next step may be to find an expert who deals with head pain. That expert is a Migraine specialist, especially if your doctor isn't able to help you, or you think he isn't listening to you, then it is time to consult Migraine and headache specialist. It's important to note that neurologists aren't necessarily Migraine and headache specialists. Take a look at the 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.
I hope this helps and please let us know how you are doing, ok?
Nancy
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