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To: Absolutely Nobama

I have infrequent massive migraines. Similar after-effects to those you mention. Dr. used to think they might be mini strokes.

After episodes I have to stay in non-stressful situations, eat well, take moderate exercise (slow walks) and use natural calmatives.

Get a couple of massages, NOT deep tissue or rough ones, but maybe hot stone massage. Hydro therapy is very helpful.

Talk therapy is an option, it’s probably OK-ish.

I’ve heard acu-puncture (however that is spelled :) ) helps for some people.


12 posted on 07/31/2011 10:51:10 PM PDT by Ladysforest
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To: Ladysforest

Have you had a spinal tap done during any of your episodes. A good Dr. might order one to check the white cell count in your spinal fluid to eliminate the possibility of CLL Leukemia, especially if neurology can find nothing wrong...


30 posted on 07/31/2011 11:02:26 PM PDT by KDD (When the government boot is on your neck, it matters not whether it is the right boot or the left.)
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To: Ladysforest

I’m willing to try anything. I’ll mention this, too.


37 posted on 07/31/2011 11:11:55 PM PDT by Absolutely Nobama (What do you get when you add Obama to an economic depression ? O-ppression.)
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To: Ladysforest; Absolutely Nobama

I’ve read recently that sleeping with one’s head slightly higher than the rest of the body (a gentle slant of the upper body) can eleviate migrane headaches. Would it prevent another stroke? Your guess would be as good as mine.

But I look at it this way: it can’t hurt. Our heads aren’t used to being flat with the rest of our body. Taking the pressure off certainly shouldn’t hurt.


79 posted on 08/01/2011 1:39:24 AM PDT by SatinDoll (NO FOREIGN NATIONALS AS OUR PRESIDENT!)
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