Guest guest Posted October 15, 2006 Report Share Posted October 15, 2006 Donna, I think we've commisserated on-list about our migraines before. I am a fellow sufferer. I have found feverfew to be helpful in reducing the frequency and, especially, the severity. Nevertheless, this weekend it was my turn. It started Friday afternoon and lasted through Saturday evening when I fell asleep with it still lingering. I even had the auras on Sat afternoon for only the second time. Freaky things they are! Luckily, it had subsided enough by today to host a little get together with friends. But, when I tried to do my Bowflex earlier tonight, it became apparent that it was a case of " not yet. " That's one of the hardest parts of migraines for me; not being able to workout for a few days. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Migraine -Erin www.zenpawn.com/vegblog , Donnalilacflower <thelilacflower wrote: > > That's right. I have had migraines since age 13 and > there are times I have to opt for an Imetrix as harsh > a medication as it is. I have them under control so > it's not often I need to take a pill. Soemetimes > things are out of our control even though we eat a > healthy diet and exercise. > Donna > > --- PuterWitch <puterwitch wrote: > > > How I feel is give the best diet possible, and then > > move on from there with what is needed. > > > > hugs, > > Chanda Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 15, 2006 Report Share Posted October 15, 2006 hope you feel better, i have just started taking midrin and maxalt and so far both medications are helping , " Erin " <truepatriot wrote: > > Donna, I think we've commisserated on-list about our > migraines before. I am a fellow sufferer. I have > found feverfew to be helpful in reducing the frequency > and, especially, the severity. Nevertheless, this > weekend it was my turn. It started Friday afternoon > and lasted through Saturday evening when I fell asleep > with it still lingering. I even had the auras on Sat > afternoon for only the second time. Freaky things > they are! Luckily, it had subsided enough by today > to host a little get together with friends. But, when > I tried to do my Bowflex earlier tonight, it became > apparent that it was a case of " not yet. " That's one > of the hardest parts of migraines for me; not being > able to workout for a few days. > > http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Migraine > > -Erin > www.zenpawn.com/vegblog > > > , Donnalilacflower > <thelilacflower@> wrote: > > > > That's right. I have had migraines since age 13 and > > there are times I have to opt for an Imetrix as harsh > > a medication as it is. I have them under control so > > it's not often I need to take a pill. Soemetimes > > things are out of our control even though we eat a > > healthy diet and exercise. > > Donna > > > > --- PuterWitch <puterwitch@> wrote: > > > > > How I feel is give the best diet possible, and then > > > move on from there with what is needed. > > > > > > hugs, > > > Chanda > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 16, 2006 Report Share Posted October 16, 2006 I've seen a l;ot of posts on migranes. Has anyone considered doing yoga? There are many exercises, pranayams and meditations that address relaxation and especially around the head and neck areas. Actually yoga can help a myriad of ills. GB , " jackiekelley2003 " <jackiekelley2003 wrote: > > hope you feel better, i have just started taking midrin and maxalt > and so far both medications are helping Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 16, 2006 Report Share Posted October 16, 2006 Feel better Erin, 3 days is about the length but they can turn around and hit again. Any exercise, cooking or trying to eat is near impossible when one hits. We are a 4 generation strong family with a history of them. Donna --- Erin <truepatriot wrote: > Donna, I think we've commisserated on-list about our > migraines before. I am a fellow sufferer. I have > found feverfew to be helpful in reducing the > frequency > and, especially, the severity. Nevertheless, this > weekend it was my turn. It started Friday afternoon > and lasted through Saturday evening when I fell > asleep > with it still lingering. I even had the auras on > Sat > afternoon for only the second time. Freaky things > they are! Luckily, it had subsided enough by today > to host a little get together with friends. But, > when > I tried to do my Bowflex earlier tonight, it became > apparent that it was a case of " not yet. " That's > one > of the hardest parts of migraines for me; not being > able to workout for a few days. > > http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Migraine > > -Erin > www.zenpawn.com/vegblog > > > , > Donnalilacflower > <thelilacflower wrote: > > > > That's right. I have had migraines since age 13 > and > > there are times I have to opt for an Imetrix as > harsh > > a medication as it is. I have them under control > so > > it's not often I need to take a pill. Soemetimes > > things are out of our control even though we eat a > > healthy diet and exercise. > > Donna > > > > --- PuterWitch <puterwitch wrote: > > > > > How I feel is give the best diet possible, and > then > > > move on from there with what is needed. > > > > > > hugs, > > > Chanda Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 16, 2006 Report Share Posted October 16, 2006 Thanks. Yeah, they're sneaky. Just when you think it may be gone, if you exert yourself too much, it's right back. Jackie mentioned a couple meds she has tried. Unlike yourself and Jackie, I don't even have an emergency med for the situation. I refuse to take anything for my headaches, even aspirin. I just suffer through it. Feverfew is an herbal supplement, but it's only for long-term reduction of frequency and severity, not for helping once it hits. Guru mentions yoga. I like yoga, though it has been quite a while since I've practiced. However, migraines are vascular not tension-related, so I don't see it helping much in that regard. (Perhaps the headstand, but I wouldn't want to do one once I had the migraine, that's for sure, lol). Thanks all for your well-wishes. -Erin www.zenpawn.com/vegblog , Donnalilacflower <thelilacflower wrote: > > Feel better Erin, 3 days is about the length but they > can turn around and hit again. > Any exercise, cooking or trying to eat is near > impossible when one hits. We are a 4 generation strong > family with a history of them. > Donna > > --- Erin <truepatriot wrote: > > > Donna, I think we've commisserated on-list about our > > migraines before. I am a fellow sufferer. I have > > found feverfew to be helpful in reducing the > > frequency > > and, especially, the severity. Nevertheless, this > > weekend it was my turn. It started Friday afternoon > > and lasted through Saturday evening when I fell > > asleep > > with it still lingering. I even had the auras on > > Sat > > afternoon for only the second time. Freaky things > > they are! Luckily, it had subsided enough by today > > to host a little get together with friends. But, > > when > > I tried to do my Bowflex earlier tonight, it became > > apparent that it was a case of " not yet. " That's > > one > > of the hardest parts of migraines for me; not being > > able to workout for a few days. > > > > http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Migraine > > > > -Erin > > www.zenpawn.com/vegblog > > > > > > , > > Donnalilacflower > > <thelilacflower@> wrote: > > > > > > That's right. I have had migraines since age 13 > > and > > > there are times I have to opt for an Imetrix as > > harsh > > > a medication as it is. I have them under control > > so > > > it's not often I need to take a pill. Soemetimes > > > things are out of our control even though we eat a > > > healthy diet and exercise. > > > Donna > > > > > > --- PuterWitch <puterwitch@> wrote: > > > > > > > How I feel is give the best diet possible, and > > then > > > > move on from there with what is needed. > > > > > > > > hugs, > > > > Chanda Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 16, 2006 Report Share Posted October 16, 2006 I also started getting migraines quite young. I discoved (after a couple of years of dreadfuls meds with horrid reactions) the relationship between food and migraines (not true for all, but for most); at the ripe age of fourteen I put myself on an elimination diet. I know that chocolate and nuts are major triggers for me. Minor triggers are cheese and vinegar. Everyone is raving about the all-new Mail. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 16, 2006 Report Share Posted October 16, 2006 Erin, I'm sorry to hear that you lost the whole weekend because of a migraine. I've been cursed with migraines for the last sixteen years, and the only thing that the doctor and I have found to work is Imitrex. It's expensive, and a last resort, but well worth not losing three days out of my life every time a migraine happens. It takes one and a half hours at the most for the horrendous pain and nausea to disappear. The only side effect I've encountered has been a tendency to sleepiness for awhile once I'm feeling better. My attacks are triggered by food additives - sulphites being the worst- as well as stress and over-activity. Also, dehydration can be a factor. So, to save money wherever possible and avoid taking a pill, I read labels carefully (although I try to stay away from processed foods if I can); keep calm in all situations; drink lots of water, and avoid strenuous activity (by sitting in front of the computer most of the day. LOL) Exercising in the fresh air helps me, too, so I try to get out and walk for at least half an hour every day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 16, 2006 Report Share Posted October 16, 2006 It is absolutely amazing how much food allergies can be contributed to so many ailments...migraines, acid reflux, skin conditions, hay fever, etc etc etc. Growing up I had severe allergies. Had shots in each arm every two weeks. Never improved so it finally stopped, but I continued to drink large amounts of milk. It wasn't until I did an elimination diet at 32 when I was trying to figure out my son's issue with reflux while breastfeeding that I figured out I am allergic to dairy and so is he. We are also just figuring out now that my 9 yo daugter's stomach issues are probably from dairy. MD's really need to get it together! Kerri Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 16, 2006 Report Share Posted October 16, 2006 , Helen Peel <munkuno wrote: > > Erin, I'm sorry to hear that you lost the whole weekend because of a migraine. > [...snip...] > My attacks are triggered by food additives - sulphites being the worst- as well as stress and over-activity. Also, dehydration can be a factor. Like Donna, I tend to get them after a period of stress. Just when you think there is not a care in the world, that's when it comes to steal your weekend. It's rare that I'll get them during the work-week. [...snip...] > Exercising in the fresh air helps me, too, so I try to get out and walk for at least half an hour every day. I agree with the fresh air! It's the best feeling when I have a migraine to step out into a breezy fall day (not exercising, of course, but just sitting there). -Erin www.zenpawn.com/vegblog Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 16, 2006 Report Share Posted October 16, 2006 This might sound odd but I read years ago to put your feet in a tub of ice cubes. It really does help a bit too. You might want to give it a try, I try it all before I do the Imetrix thing but sometimes I have no choice. Yes, fresh air is very good. I had a doc tell me when a migraine starts he takes oxygen and it works 75% of the time. Mine are on the left side and I have a aura 50% of the time and each aura is different. Donna --- Erin <truepatriot wrote: > , Helen Peel > <munkuno > wrote: > > > > Erin, I'm sorry to hear that you lost the whole > weekend because of > a migraine. > > > > [...snip...] > > > My attacks are triggered by food additives - > sulphites being the > worst- as well as stress and over-activity. Also, > dehydration can > be a factor. > > Like Donna, I tend to get them after a period of > stress. > Just when you think there is not a care in the > world, > that's when it comes to steal your weekend. > It's > rare that I'll get them during the work-week. > > [...snip...] > > > Exercising in the fresh air helps me, too, so I > try to get out > and walk for at least half an hour every day. > > I agree with the fresh air! It's the best feeling > when > I have a migraine to step out into a breezy fall day > (not exercising, of course, but just sitting there). > > > -Erin > www.zenpawn.com/vegblog Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 16, 2006 Report Share Posted October 16, 2006 Erin, have you ever took excedrin migraine tablets? I too have migraines and at the first sign of a migraine I take 2 excedrin migraine tablets and it's gone within half an hour or less. Kathy from Miss. - " Erin " <truepatriot Monday, October 16, 2006 5:09 AM Re: OT - migraines > Thanks. Yeah, they're sneaky. Just when you think it > may be gone, if you exert yourself too much, it's right > back. > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 17, 2006 Report Share Posted October 17, 2006 No, I take no pharmaceuticals. Instead, I suffer through them and hope to keep them fewer and less severe via prolonged supplementation with feverfew. My Mom (it runs in the family) takes Excedrin, I believe, and also finds it helpful. -Erin www.zenpawn.com/vegblog , " Kathy Heath " <kathyheath wrote: > > Erin, > have you ever took excedrin migraine tablets? I too have migraines and at > the first sign of a migraine I take 2 excedrin migraine tablets and it's > gone within half an hour or less. > Kathy from Miss. > - > " Erin " <truepatriot > > Monday, October 16, 2006 5:09 AM > Re: OT - migraines > > > > Thanks. Yeah, they're sneaky. Just when you think it > > may be gone, if you exert yourself too much, it's right > > back. > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 18, 2006 Report Share Posted October 18, 2006 --i have tried yoga but it didn't work - In , " greatyoga " <greatyoga wrote: > > I've seen a l;ot of posts on migranes. Has anyone considered doing > yoga? There are many exercises, pranayams and meditations that > address relaxation and especially around the head and neck areas. > Actually yoga can help a myriad of ills. > > GB > > , " jackiekelley2003 " > <jackiekelley2003@> wrote: > > > > hope you feel better, i have just started taking midrin and maxalt > > and so far both medications are helping > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 18, 2006 Report Share Posted October 18, 2006 Jackie, I will be the first to admit that yoga is not a panacea. There are no panaceas in the world. I do not know how much yoga you did or what type of yoga, postures you did, length of time, pranayams, etc. Yoga is more of a prevention. After you get a headache, then resort to other therapies. Also, run cold water in tub and massage your feet morning and evening. I do personally feel that it will help in most cases. Would you try this? Lay on your stomach. Reach back and graab the ankles. Pull the thighs and the chest as high off the floor as possible. Head is as far back as possible. Breathe long and deep. Then roll your head as far as possible in a circle in all directions. Then switch direction. Do it for 3 minutes for at least a week. Let us know how you feel in a week. GB , " jackiekelley2003 " <jackiekelley2003 wrote: > > --i have tried yoga but it didn't work > > > > - In , " greatyoga " <greatyoga@> > wrote: > > > > I've seen a l;ot of posts on migranes. Has anyone considered doing > > yoga? There are many exercises, pranayams and meditations that > > address relaxation and especially around the head and neck areas. > > Actually yoga can help a myriad of ills. > > > > GB > > > > , " jackiekelley2003 " > > <jackiekelley2003@> wrote: > > > > > > hope you feel better, i have just started taking midrin and > maxalt > > > and so far both medications are helping > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 18, 2006 Report Share Posted October 18, 2006 actualy everyone might laugh but i was in the middle of another migraine this evening and this time i was rushing to get the midrin and the maxalt and i forgot i left some ice in a bucket on the floor and i stepped in it cursed like four drunk sailors for two minutes while my foot was still in the ice and then it dawned on me my head had stopped hurting and my family was looking at me like i lost my mind-- - In , " hariatmayoga " <hariatmayoga wrote: > > Jackie, > > I will be the first to admit that yoga is not a panacea. There are > no panaceas in the world. I do not know how much yoga you did or > what type of yoga, postures you did, length of time, pranayams, > etc. Yoga is more of a prevention. After you get a headache, then > resort to other therapies. Also, run cold water in tub and massage > your feet morning and evening. I do personally feel that it will > help in most cases. > > Would you try this? Lay on your stomach. Reach back and graab the > ankles. Pull the thighs and the chest as high off the floor as > possible. Head is as far back as possible. Breathe long and deep. > Then roll your head as far as possible in a circle in all > directions. Then switch direction. Do it for 3 minutes for at > least a week. Let us know how you feel in a week. > > GB > > , " jackiekelley2003 " > <jackiekelley2003@> wrote: > > > > --i have tried yoga but it didn't work > > > > > > > > - In , " greatyoga " <greatyoga@> > > wrote: > > > > > > I've seen a l;ot of posts on migranes. Has anyone considered > doing > > > yoga? There are many exercises, pranayams and meditations that > > > address relaxation and especially around the head and neck > areas. > > > Actually yoga can help a myriad of ills. > > > > > > GB > > > > > > , " jackiekelley2003 " > > > <jackiekelley2003@> wrote: > > > > > > > > hope you feel better, i have just started taking midrin and > > maxalt > > > > and so far both medications are helping > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 18, 2006 Report Share Posted October 18, 2006 I dunno -I have cold feet when it comes to trying something like that. jackiekelley2003 <jackiekelley2003 wrote: actualy everyone might laugh but i was in the middle of another migraine this evening and this time i was rushing to get the midrin and the maxalt and i forgot i left some ice in a bucket on the floor and i stepped in it cursed like four drunk sailors for two minutes while my foot was still in the ice and then it dawned on me my head had stopped hurting and my family was looking at me like i lost my mind-- Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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