I think I've officially crossed over from having an epic headache to having a migraine. Don't think I've had one of those before. Why am I even on the computer? Because knowledge is power. And I'm trying to (quickly) read up before I return to my dark cave of a room. I turned the monitor brightness down from 75 to 25, put on my sunglasses and skimmed a WebMD article.
Since I don't have a lot of time to surf, I was wondering if you had any links/info on migraines could share-?
My friend Leanna gave me some good tips for dealing with one. But I don't really understand where this is coming from or what to do about it. I am going to call the doc tomorrow, but I know they don't have all the answers. So feel free to share what you know...as long as you don't talk too loud. ;)
Monday, July 7, 2008
I wear my sunglasses at night
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Leanna's headache tips (sent via email):
ReplyDeleteDrink 1 Pepsi with 2 Tylenol. Make 2 eggs, any style, but plain, i.e., no additional "stuff" - no cheese, no veggies, etc You may choose to have 1 piece of toast, dry.
Often, just the Pepsi and Tylenol will work...at least for me and those in my "crowd". If it's really heavy duty, say migraine-ish, it may take the Pepsi and Tylenol, no food, a dark room, an ice pack on your head, and a fan blowing very lightly across your face. ugh...I hope you don't have this headache.
Aunty's migraine advice (highlights from our phone call):
ReplyDeleteDealing with a migraine...
- Give your senses a break. Avoid light (wear your sunglasses inside the doctor's office if you need to), keep things quiet and eat light meals of bland foods.
- A warm (not too hot) rice bag might help.
- Sleep!
Finding out what causes a migraine...
- Pay attention to possible triggers, especially red wine, cheese, chocolate, etc.
- Note where you are in your menstrual cycle as hormonal changes when you ovulate or right before your period can be a factor.
- Keep notes on what you've been eating, drinking, doing and when and where the migraine started.
My doctor said*:
ReplyDelete- Sounds like you had a migraine.
- There are many different types and causes of migraines.
- Look for a pattern over time to find out what you should avoid in the future.
- Over-the-counter migraine medicine may help.
- Don't take prescription pain reliever you might have leftover from a toothache or something. That could actually make it worse.
- If you start waking up in the morning with a headache on a regular basis, schedule an appointment right away.
*This is just for informational purposes. My doctor's advice for me is not a substitute for your doctor's advice for you.