Hi Rose,

I'm so very sorry I didn't answer you til now, and hope you are feeling better. If not, I'll give you some information that may be helpful, ok?

If you haven't called your doctor, please do so asap. The thing is a single Migraine that lasts 72 hours or longer with less than a solid four-hour pain-free period, while awake, is termed status Migrainous. You should see your doctor or go to the emergency room if a Migraine lasts that long. See Status Migrainous - The Basics for more information.

Another problem may be caused by taking Migraine abortive meds such as the triptans or ergotamines or any kind of pain medication more than two or three days a week - and can make matters worse by causing medication overuse headache (MOH), aka rebound. See Medication Overuse Headache - When the Remedy Backfires for more information on this.

Most importantly, if you find your doctor isn't listening or able to help you, it may well be time to consult a 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 me know how you are

feeling, ok?

Nancy