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okmedhead on Migraine
Tuesday, April 20 2010
"Buck It Up"
My Neuro (PA-C) said that to me. When I told her how it was to exercise while I was still having 3.5-5 headaches, she told me to "Buck it up". I was very upset about it and still seethe about it. I usually let things go, but I can't let this go. My primary doc tells me to get out more, work through the... Read more
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okmedhead on Migraine
Sunday, April 18 2010
I fully realize that there is a big busy world out there—outside of my migraine bubble—a world of people, plans, joys, hurts, pain, pleasure, etc. As much I am insulated from that world, I cannot avoid it. As I type this, I am in a hospital room, waiting. I am not the patient. I am not the center of attention or... Read more
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okmedhead on Migraine
Sunday, April 18 2010
June was a tough month. There are a lot of factors that would only bore you and sound like excuses. The point-that is the life of a migraineur. Sometimes you lose ground. Sometimes you surrender defeat for the battle so you can step back and prepare to take up the war again. I don't feel ship shape, but I do feel like... Read more
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okmedhead on Migraine
Sunday, April 18 2010
It's the nature of the beast. You feel ok for awhile, then the big one hits. And when it hits, it takes you down for days at a time.
In the beginning of May, I began titrating off Zonegran until I was completely off. After one full week off, I knew it was a mistake. After a chat with my Neuro, I have begun to titrate back... Read more
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okmedhead on Migraine
Sunday, April 18 2010
I've known Amy since she was 3-1/2 years old. Almost 20 years. I have watched her grow up and become a beautiful young lady. Today was her wedding. I was planning to go--my daughter was going to pick me up--and the three of us (Bella was going, of course) were going to watch Amy and her future husband exchange their vows.... Read more
