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Post by Anise on Jul 27, 2005 21:24:13 GMT -5
I have been battling terrible headaches for a few months now. It gets to the point where I feel sick, can't see out of my right eye, and any light makes it worse. I did go to the doctor and was told I have migraines. I kinda figured that though.
What I was wondering was if anyone here has any ideas to help me with this. I have run out of ideas at this point and I want to read up on the forum here but the headache keeps me from spending too much time online. I have tried soaking in a warm lavender bath, a lavender eye pillow (cooled), and I have aromatherapy wraps I can either heat or cool that I have used. These methods used to help, but now they don't. I do have Rx medication I could take but I can't take it all the time. I was hoping to find a method that could be used before I have to take meds. Any help at all would be much appreciated.
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Post by ~¤LilacSky¤~ on Jul 28, 2005 8:27:34 GMT -5
hi anise..so what did the doctor say caused the migraines do you know?? because for a while I was having tension headaches but to me those are the same as migraines becasue I couldn't sleep and I was in so much pain..I would end up taking a wash cloth and wetting it and I would put it in the mircowave for a few seconds so it would get realy hot and than I would hold it on my head and eventually I would fall asleep.. but I would suggest tea.. maybe something that would relaz you..I used to make chamomile/peppermint tea and add asperin to it and drink that..and it always helped..but this is migraines so Im not sure how much it would help you.. I found some things for you anise..maybe you can try- nmnm.essortment.com/headachesremedy_rcra.htmwww.homemademedicine.com/migraine.htmlMIGRAINE HEADACHE These are sometimes caused by vitamin deficiencies. Both B-6 and vitamin C deficiences can result in migraine headaches. Serotonin deficiency and deficiency of magnesium, are also believed to be responsible for migraines. Herbal remedies are quite effective. Try Feverfew, an inexpensive herb that can be quite effective if taken daily. However, research has shown that pain relievers increase the tendency to get headaches and perpetuate chronic headaches. Also, try Acti Plus and Alert, to get adequate amounts of Vitamins B6 and C and Restorate to get the magnesium hope you feel better anise.. |
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Post by Anise on Jul 28, 2005 11:12:16 GMT -5
Oh thank you for replying. No they didn't say what the cause was...but I have my own suspicions and I am going to bring them up the next time I see the doctor. I was wondering if a blow to the head or a jarring to the head could induce migraines. I remember a while back (about 10 years ago) when I had them before there were a couple of times I got hit in the head and got got whiplash. Then they dissapeared for 10 years and just last year I got hit in the head with the storm door frame (while it was being installed). I had been complaining about eye pain since then and now the pain has pretty much spread and gotten worse.
Also I noticed that I tend to get headaches more severely when the barometric pressure changes. I know that is known to relate to headaches but I never linked the connection until I went back and did my own study of personal experiences.
I will definately check those links out and talk to my doctor about mixing herbal rememdies with the Rx drugs to get the best results. I hate taking Rx drugs for some reason.
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Post by nani on Jul 29, 2005 9:46:41 GMT -5
oh I know that migraine-thingy the best, since 3 years, really heavy when it comes, mostly comes with vomiting, but with me its quite surely a hormon-thing, Im 47, every little weather-change I feel, even sometimes I can say: no tonight Im not going to do this or that, although I still feel good, but see the weather is going to change.
But that what you are saying about the door hitting your head and the whiplash and then increasing headache, that makes me wonder and worry a bit, you should speak with the doc. about.
I only take aspirin, not any other artificial medicine since 3 years, but homeopathy thereof the "pulsatilla" is helping me at times. Wish you good luck in finding ways to heal that pain. lgn
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Post by akashicbrother on Jul 29, 2005 10:41:50 GMT -5
Recent studies have also shown that feverfew is very effective in releaving migrain headaches. But it is always best to consult your doctor before starting herbal therapy mixed with drugs.
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Post by Anise on Jul 29, 2005 23:22:37 GMT -5
Thank you nani and Akashi for the helpful info.
As far as the whiplash goes that happened 10 years ago about the same time I had these headaches before. Then after some time they all of a sudden disappeared. Now after this last incident with the door they are back. I have talked to my doctor about it and I have had x-rays taken. Luckily I didn't break my nose, as was expected, but I'm still wondering if it has anything to do with my current problems.
And I do plan on talking with my doctor more about using herbal remedies as well as the after-effect of the incident with the door. Someone told me I could have had a concussion and that is causing the headaches. While I don't argue that I probably did have a mild concussion I don't know if it would last this long. It has been almost 9 months since I got hit with the door.
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Post by uriella on Jul 30, 2005 0:24:00 GMT -5
Oh thank you for replying. No they didn't say what the cause was...but I have my own suspicions and I am going to bring them up the next time I see the doctor. I was wondering if a blow to the head or a jarring to the head could induce migraines. I remember a while back (about 10 years ago) when I had them before there were a couple of times I got hit in the head and got got whiplash. Then they dissapeared for 10 years and just last year I got hit in the head with the storm door frame (while it was being installed). I had been complaining about eye pain since then and now the pain has pretty much spread and gotten worse. Also I noticed that I tend to get headaches more severely when the barometric pressure changes. I know that is known to relate to headaches but I never linked the connection until I went back and did my own study of personal experiences. I will definately check those links out and talk to my doctor about mixing herbal rememdies with the Rx drugs to get the best results. I hate taking Rx drugs for some reason. Hi Anise, Sounds like your migraines, like mine, are largely physiological in origin. I have also had a couple of head injuries after the first of which the headaches began. My best treatment has been my osteopath. I used to go to her every three to six weeks in the beginning, but by the time I had been going to her for four or five months things had improved greatly. I now only have to go to her about two to three times a year to keep the worst of my headaches under control. I have also noticed that, although my headaches are physiological in origin, they are more likely to flare up around THAT  time of the month. I think that it is due to the effect that the fluctuating hormone levels have on the muscles and tendons in the area. The above advice won't help you in the short term though, and I have found myself that the best short term treatment for myself is burning equal amounts of lavender and peppermint oils in a vapouriser and using acupressure at the same time. You can also buy headache pulse point roll-ons which all have lavender and peppermint oils in them and sometimes other oils as well, such as eucalyptus. I use the roll-ons in combination with the acupressure (self-applied). You can get books which show you the pressure points for different types of headache, but I have found that I instinctively know best myself just where the pressure is best applied. Hope you get your migraines under control soon. Love and Light, Uriella |
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Post by astralanchor on Jul 31, 2005 1:37:42 GMT -5
Hi Anise,
I've been suffering from migranes for the past 15 years. 15 years ago, they didn't have the drugs to help. Ibuprofin was the only thing that I could take to relieve the pain years ago, but I also drank black tea with a little bit of milk. You don't have to have the milk, but you should put about 5 tea bags in one cup and drink that. The tea assists with opening up those tiny capillaries in your brain and your sinus area. I also strongly recommend acupuncture and to not think of stressful things. You need to learn how to say the hell with everything when you feel stressed. You cannot worry yourself about things that you cannot change. For example, if you haven't paid your phone bill and they're going to shut you off, let them shut you off and just laugh about it. Don't sweat the small stuff. I also found that writing things down, problems or things you have to do helps too. This way you're not worried about what you have to do. It's all written down and you'll get to each thing when it's time. Now tea has caffeine in it, but there's properties in tea that help the migrane. On the contrary, stay away from coffee, chocolate, and wine. A old strong cup of coffee can send me into a migrane immediately.
Let me think of some more things that helped me with my migranes that may help you.
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Post by Anise on Aug 1, 2005 21:40:47 GMT -5
Wow, thank you all for all the helpful info. And it makes complete sense to me. I am, by nature, a worry-body. That has been my downfall for as long as I can remember. I have learned, recently, when it's a good time to worry and when it's not. And I use that energy elsewhere to help release it. It does seem to help quite a bit. I have also taken to writing things down. When I was feeling really stressed a while back with a whole lot of things I needed to get done...my husband suggested me write everything down and take it day by day. He reminded me to worry about what I have control over now and what needs to get done now and let the other stuff slide until I have time for it. And it might seem like a simple enough solution, but hearing him say it made me feel better. I felt as though I wasn't alone anymore with a million things hanging over my head. Now I keep an ongoing list of "Random Things I Want To Do". I set a goal each day to try and get at least one of those items done. And so far it has helped me keep my head organized so I don't sit around worrying all the time. Now I take action and not worry so much.
However I still tend to get headached every time the weather changes particularly when a cold front is coming through.
I will most definately try some of the techniques mentioned. I do like teas and I have a roll-on lavender/peppermint oil that I use which helps me relax and it eases the tension where I apply it.
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Post by astralanchor on Aug 2, 2005 0:01:35 GMT -5
I honestly haven't had a migrane in almost or over a year, which is a miracle, because as you know they're very painful. I may also attribute this to working out. I try to go to the gym at least 4-5 days a week no matter what. This relieves a lot of pressure and makes those little endorphines go wild which may also help with getting a good night sleep and adhancing OBE's.
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Post by blank on Aug 8, 2005 8:18:37 GMT -5
Drink lotsa water, make sure your getting enough sleep and make sure your eating a balanced diet...
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Post by Akeia on Aug 8, 2005 10:23:16 GMT -5
Problem
Headaches
Probable Cause
Invalidating the self. Sel-criticism. Fear.
Something a little different in way...with self suggestion, taken from some book.
Hope it helps
New Thought Pattern
I love and approve of myself. I see myself and what I do with eyes of love. I am safe.
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Post by incubus on Aug 8, 2005 11:05:16 GMT -5
I have also read that blockages in your light centres are a major cause of migraines as well. Either too much stagnant energy or a block of the flow to your head. I would also try some chakra opening excercises as well as the other great info in this thread. I've also read that 'noxious zones' (excess energy building for different reasons under your house) can disrupt the flow of energy in your home as well. I've read this can be harmful and cause headaches, and poor feng-shui. I don't know much about this but dowsing for answers can find out the flow. I just say this because I believe strongly in energy and in energy disruptions causing harm.
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Post by Anise on Aug 8, 2005 15:09:34 GMT -5
Thanks for the new information. I do have poor self-esteem sometimes, but then other times I think I can do anything and everything. I'll try these methods as well.
Just an update form my last dr. visit. She wants me to see a neurologist just to make sure there is nothing seriously wrong that is causing the headaches. Since I have had quite a few hits to the head and have had concussions I think it would be a good idea as well. Better safe than sorry.
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time of the month. I think that it is due to the effect that the fluctuating hormone levels have on the muscles and tendons in the area.
