Guest guest Posted January 3, 2004 Report Share Posted January 3, 2004 Hi tracy, As for my humble opinion on this subject, i feel like its the proverbial between a rock and a hardplace. A have headaches a lot too, but most of the time i dont think i could not take anything at all, I like you have days that a headache is there but it is tolerable, so i tolerate it, but other days, yowza!!!!!!!!!! I just couldnt imagine not taking anything, so i think the theory wouldnt work for me. But i have heard that for some people, it does work...............just my 2cents Luv and hugs, Aj Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 3, 2004 Report Share Posted January 3, 2004 Hi Aj- Yes, I also feel like I'm between a rock and a hardplace. Also, most books, studies, etc. that deal with headaches don't factor in other things like Stills Disease! Maybe I could spend a week in bed without taking any headache meds, but I'd probably be so stiff that I wouldn't be able to walk :-) If we only had the headaches to deal with it would proabably be a little easier. Trish in PA Re: Headache question Hi tracy, As for my humble opinion on this subject, i feel like its the proverbial between a rock and a hardplace. A have headaches a lot too, but most of the time i dont think i could not take anything at all, I like you have days that a headache is there but it is tolerable, so i tolerate it, but other days, yowza!!!!!!!!!! I just couldnt imagine not taking anything, so i think the theory wouldnt work for me. But i have heard that for some people, it does work...............just my 2cents Luv and hugs, AjVisit the Still's Disease Message Boardhttp://disc.server.com/Indices/148599.htmlThe materials and information contained in this message are not intended to replace the services of a trained health professional or to be a substitute for medical advice of physicians and/or other health care professionals. The International Still's Disease Foundation is not engaged in rendering medical or professional medical services. You should consult your physician on specific medical questions, particularly in matters requiring diagnosis or medical attention. The International Still's Disease Foundation makes no representations or warranties with respect to any treatment, action, application, medication or preparation by any person following the information offered or provided within this support form. ion by any person following the information offered or provided within this support form. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 4, 2004 Report Share Posted January 4, 2004 I am not sure about rebound headaches from stopping pain meds (but it is probably possible lol), but I have had rebound headaches from stopping caffeine cold turkey. I then did it slowly by mixing caffeine and decaffeinated coffee in the same cup and slowly increasing the decaf/caf ratio till I was totally on unleaded. Then I could cut out all the other sources of caffeine without any headaches. Hope this helps, but I doubt it lol Hope you feel better soon Ann K On LI NY ----- Original Message ----- > > Of course, the first step in the book in controlling frequent headaches is to stop the " quick-fix (ie certain pain or migraine medications). This is to supposedly eliminate the rebound headache syndrome. I'd like to know if anyone out there has tried this for their headaches? Also, has anyone else read this book and what do you think? I tried stopping my headache pain med once several years ago (cold turkey, as most headache experts recommend) and ended up at the emergency room after only a day and a half. As you probably guessed, I am skeptical on this theory of rebound headaches but really would like to know if it has worked for others. > > Thanks! Trish in PA > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 4, 2004 Report Share Posted January 4, 2004 I am not sure about rebound headaches from stopping pain meds (but it is probably possible lol), but I have had rebound headaches from stopping caffeine cold turkey. I then did it slowly by mixing caffeine and decaffeinated coffee in the same cup and slowly increasing the decaf/caf ratio till I was totally on unleaded. Then I could cut out all the other sources of caffeine without any headaches. Hope this helps, but I doubt it lol Hope you feel better soon Ann K On LI NY ----- Original Message ----- > > Of course, the first step in the book in controlling frequent headaches is to stop the " quick-fix (ie certain pain or migraine medications). This is to supposedly eliminate the rebound headache syndrome. I'd like to know if anyone out there has tried this for their headaches? Also, has anyone else read this book and what do you think? I tried stopping my headache pain med once several years ago (cold turkey, as most headache experts recommend) and ended up at the emergency room after only a day and a half. As you probably guessed, I am skeptical on this theory of rebound headaches but really would like to know if it has worked for others. > > Thanks! Trish in PA > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 4, 2004 Report Share Posted January 4, 2004 Caroline, Thanks for all this headache info. I know alot of my headaches come from neck/jaw pain. Since my Stills began, I complained of soreness and pressure on the left side of my neck. Have been to many docs about the headaches, 2 headache clinics, etc. Am considering a pain clinic or maybe going back for my biofeedback sessions. I like the ice on the head/heat on the feet idea - will have to try that. Here is an idea that a doctor told my mom when my sister was young and got migraines. She put ice on her head and heat on her neck, this doesn't work for migraines (at least not for me) but does work if the neck muscles are stiff & sore and contributing to the headache. I've done the elimination diet twice but never found any headache trigger. Too much dairy and sugar seem to make me feel sluggish overall but nothing triggered a headache. The diets are a good way to lose weight, though :-) My main triggers don't seem to be food-related. Being too warm and bright light will trigger or make my headache worse. Regarding medicines, I do notice that changing my prednisone dose makes the headaches worse. When I had to go up on the pred this summer for that allergy problem, the headaches got much worse when I started to lower the dose again. I also had the same problem with birth control pills. Took them for a week, and spent half that time throwing up from the headaches. Thanks for the info & for sharing your experiences. Trish in PA Re: Headache question Trisha, I have a pretty noteworthy headache right now. I also have them daily and have had for years but have had worse ones more consistantly since my Stills. Sometimes I think the drugs I take for Stills generates worse headaches. I take nothing for them most of the time since pain meds generate a massive drop in my blood sugar and other drugs I can't take because of my current med cocktail. For me, I don't get "drug withdrawal" rebound headaches where my body wants more of a certain drug. I still get them every day so I doubt that not taking meds will make me better since I already don't take them. In the 34 or so years I have had bad headaches and been tested for everything under that sun, here are some of the contributing factors. FOOD ALLERGIES: any food allergy will give you a headache but the noteworthy ones are citris, dairy, chocolate, alcohol, corn, wheat, potatoes/ starch. Eliminate one offender at a time and see if you notice a change in health. Usually a week or two will tell you. (usually I get a pretty severe migraine, half head hurts, aura of lights, nausea, light sensitivities, etc. Experiment with your diet to find offenders and eliminate them or see an alergy specialist for testing that is a bit severe at times.) VISION DISORDERS: Your pupils not dilating correctly can let in too much light resulting in headaches. TV or Photosensitive epilepsy can also create them as well as many other vision disorders. (headache where eyes or behind eyes ache. Get eye exam and wear sunglasses. Good ones that block glare. Watch TV in a lighted room at a distance at least 3 times the the size of the TV away. EX: screen is 36" (3 feet) so sit at least 9 feet away.) I have empty cella syndrome which also contributes to my headaches and vision disorders. DIABETES: Blood sugars too high or low give me headaches (Usually difficulty thinking, foggy head, dizzy headache. Take measures to correct the problem by eating or taking meds. Rest.) TEMPORAL MANDIBULAR JOINT: Problems with your bite can give you massive headaches. (Head pain in jaw by ear, in temple, and in area around head where a crown would sit. Don't clench or hold things in your teeth like pencils. Don't lean your head on your shoulder to talk on phone. Get a night guard if you grind at night. Tip: your teeth should NEVER touch unless you are eating. Be teeth aware.) SINUS: usually an infection and face hurts. Teeth may also hurt. STRESS: Headache radiating from base of skull in back of head. Neck and shoulders tight. Muscle relaxing helps as well as heat. MEDICATIONS: I have gotten some doozies from meds. Birth control pills were horrible for migraines so bad I could not stand my own breathing. Notice when you take a drug if your headaches gradually get worse or increase in frequency. With doctors approval, do a trial run of not taking it to see if you get better. TOXICITY: For women, if your liver is toxic you can get headaches from that too. Oh, you can get them with your period, when you ovulate or with PMS also. When it is from a toxic condition, I experience unusual breast tenderness, heavier bleeding, cramping and low abdomen pain. I have an herbal tincture liquid called Ceanothis Americanus I use to detox. It works great. Pain is usually on the top of my head. First and foremost you must let your doctors know. I have all of the above and have had testing for other headache causes as well. An MRI or CT of the head can rule out things like brain tumors and other diseases. I have listed a few of the more common headaches, how to identify them and how to treat them to help you diagnose faster. See your doctor. Be aware of when the head hurts, what you were doing or what life had been like for you for the past week, and where you hurt. They will always ask you where does it hurt, how bad, how often, how long have they been occuring and how long do they last, what makes it feel better. Being able to diagnose yourself in advance to answer these questions will help the medical profession get answers for you more quickly. Disease must be ruled out at well as many other factors. Keep a headache journal and jot down noteworthy information for your doctors. Sometimes the answers are simple. With all the information above, I have been able to keep most of my headaches under control. Oh, one last thing. Ice on the head, heating pad on the feet will bring down most massive headaches considerably without drugs. I do it all the time with much success. Got cold on my head, heat on my feet right now.LOL Hope this helps. Remember, I am not a doctor but have gained all this information from my own episodes with headaches and am simply passing it on. It is for a doctor to diagnose your headaches, just like I had mine do for me. Smiles, Caroline Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 4, 2004 Report Share Posted January 4, 2004 Hi Ann, Yes this is helpful! Some meds (like Fioricet) have caffeine in them. When my sister got pregnant and cut out caffeine, she had a monster headache for a week! Trish in PA Re: Headache question > I am not sure about rebound headaches from stopping pain meds (but it is > probably possible lol), but I have had rebound headaches from stopping > caffeine cold turkey. I then did it slowly by mixing caffeine and > decaffeinated coffee in the same cup and slowly increasing the decaf/caf > ratio till I was totally on unleaded. Then I could cut out all the other > sources of caffeine without any headaches. > Hope this helps, but I doubt it lol > Hope you feel better soon > Ann K > On LI NY > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 5, 2004 Report Share Posted January 5, 2004 When I went off Darvocet I did experience rebound headaches - It was very similar to going off caffeine. If you're trying to go off painkillers (is that what you're trying to do?), I recommend that you taper. This will lessen the magnitude of the headaches. I tried going off " cold turkey " and that was too rough. So then I tapered and it was much more tolerable (esp. with two little girls running around in the midst - lol!!!) Now my script is for 2 Darvocets a day, (which makes it easier to not overmedicate since it's not in my cabinet!) and I really try to only use them when my pain level is getting in the way of functioning. It certainly takes discipline - I've always hated pain, but I'm beginning to learn what is tolerable, and what is not tolerable. I don't know if this has helped. Oh, I've found that yoga has really helped my joint pain - I haven't been very disciplined with that lately, but plan to get back into that when my girls go back to school. Talk to you soon....Chris >From: Ann K <johnann@...> >> >I am not sure about rebound headaches from stopping pain meds (but it is >probably possible lol), but I have had rebound headaches from stopping >caffeine cold turkey. I then did it slowly by mixing caffeine and >decaffeinated coffee in the same cup and slowly increasing the decaf/caf >ratio till I was totally on unleaded. Then I could cut out all the other >sources of caffeine without any headaches. >Hope this helps, but I doubt it lol >Hope you feel better soon >Ann K >On LI NY > >----- Original Message ----- > > > > Of course, the first step in the book in controlling frequent headaches >is >to stop the " quick-fix (ie certain pain or migraine medications). This is >to supposedly eliminate the rebound headache syndrome. I'd like to know if >anyone out there has tried this for their headaches? Also, has anyone else >read this book and what do you think? I tried stopping my headache pain >med >once several years ago (cold turkey, as most headache experts recommend) >and >ended up at the emergency room after only a day and a half. As you >probably guessed, I am skeptical on this theory of rebound headaches but >really would like to know if it has worked for others. > > > > Thanks! Trish in PA > > > > _________________________________________________________________ Enjoy a special introductory offer for dial-up Internet access — limited time only! http://join.msn.com/?page=dept/dialup Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 5, 2004 Report Share Posted January 5, 2004 When I went off Darvocet I did experience rebound headaches - It was very similar to going off caffeine. If you're trying to go off painkillers (is that what you're trying to do?), I recommend that you taper. This will lessen the magnitude of the headaches. I tried going off " cold turkey " and that was too rough. So then I tapered and it was much more tolerable (esp. with two little girls running around in the midst - lol!!!) Now my script is for 2 Darvocets a day, (which makes it easier to not overmedicate since it's not in my cabinet!) and I really try to only use them when my pain level is getting in the way of functioning. It certainly takes discipline - I've always hated pain, but I'm beginning to learn what is tolerable, and what is not tolerable. I don't know if this has helped. Oh, I've found that yoga has really helped my joint pain - I haven't been very disciplined with that lately, but plan to get back into that when my girls go back to school. Talk to you soon....Chris >From: Ann K <johnann@...> >> >I am not sure about rebound headaches from stopping pain meds (but it is >probably possible lol), but I have had rebound headaches from stopping >caffeine cold turkey. I then did it slowly by mixing caffeine and >decaffeinated coffee in the same cup and slowly increasing the decaf/caf >ratio till I was totally on unleaded. Then I could cut out all the other >sources of caffeine without any headaches. >Hope this helps, but I doubt it lol >Hope you feel better soon >Ann K >On LI NY > >----- Original Message ----- > > > > Of course, the first step in the book in controlling frequent headaches >is >to stop the " quick-fix (ie certain pain or migraine medications). This is >to supposedly eliminate the rebound headache syndrome. I'd like to know if >anyone out there has tried this for their headaches? Also, has anyone else >read this book and what do you think? I tried stopping my headache pain >med >once several years ago (cold turkey, as most headache experts recommend) >and >ended up at the emergency room after only a day and a half. As you >probably guessed, I am skeptical on this theory of rebound headaches but >really would like to know if it has worked for others. > > > > Thanks! Trish in PA > > > > _________________________________________________________________ Enjoy a special introductory offer for dial-up Internet access — limited time only! http://join.msn.com/?page=dept/dialup Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 5, 2004 Report Share Posted January 5, 2004 When I went off Darvocet I did experience rebound headaches - It was very similar to going off caffeine. If you're trying to go off painkillers (is that what you're trying to do?), I recommend that you taper. This will lessen the magnitude of the headaches. I tried going off " cold turkey " and that was too rough. So then I tapered and it was much more tolerable (esp. with two little girls running around in the midst - lol!!!) Now my script is for 2 Darvocets a day, (which makes it easier to not overmedicate since it's not in my cabinet!) and I really try to only use them when my pain level is getting in the way of functioning. It certainly takes discipline - I've always hated pain, but I'm beginning to learn what is tolerable, and what is not tolerable. I don't know if this has helped. Oh, I've found that yoga has really helped my joint pain - I haven't been very disciplined with that lately, but plan to get back into that when my girls go back to school. Talk to you soon....Chris >From: Ann K <johnann@...> >> >I am not sure about rebound headaches from stopping pain meds (but it is >probably possible lol), but I have had rebound headaches from stopping >caffeine cold turkey. I then did it slowly by mixing caffeine and >decaffeinated coffee in the same cup and slowly increasing the decaf/caf >ratio till I was totally on unleaded. Then I could cut out all the other >sources of caffeine without any headaches. >Hope this helps, but I doubt it lol >Hope you feel better soon >Ann K >On LI NY > >----- Original Message ----- > > > > Of course, the first step in the book in controlling frequent headaches >is >to stop the " quick-fix (ie certain pain or migraine medications). This is >to supposedly eliminate the rebound headache syndrome. I'd like to know if >anyone out there has tried this for their headaches? Also, has anyone else >read this book and what do you think? I tried stopping my headache pain >med >once several years ago (cold turkey, as most headache experts recommend) >and >ended up at the emergency room after only a day and a half. As you >probably guessed, I am skeptical on this theory of rebound headaches but >really would like to know if it has worked for others. > > > > Thanks! Trish in PA > > > > _________________________________________________________________ Take advantage of our limited-time introductory offer for dial-up Internet access. http://join.msn.com/?page=dept/dialup Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 5, 2004 Report Share Posted January 5, 2004 When I went off Darvocet I did experience rebound headaches - It was very similar to going off caffeine. If you're trying to go off painkillers (is that what you're trying to do?), I recommend that you taper. This will lessen the magnitude of the headaches. I tried going off " cold turkey " and that was too rough. So then I tapered and it was much more tolerable (esp. with two little girls running around in the midst - lol!!!) Now my script is for 2 Darvocets a day, (which makes it easier to not overmedicate since it's not in my cabinet!) and I really try to only use them when my pain level is getting in the way of functioning. It certainly takes discipline - I've always hated pain, but I'm beginning to learn what is tolerable, and what is not tolerable. I don't know if this has helped. Oh, I've found that yoga has really helped my joint pain - I haven't been very disciplined with that lately, but plan to get back into that when my girls go back to school. Talk to you soon....Chris >From: Ann K <johnann@...> >> >I am not sure about rebound headaches from stopping pain meds (but it is >probably possible lol), but I have had rebound headaches from stopping >caffeine cold turkey. I then did it slowly by mixing caffeine and >decaffeinated coffee in the same cup and slowly increasing the decaf/caf >ratio till I was totally on unleaded. Then I could cut out all the other >sources of caffeine without any headaches. >Hope this helps, but I doubt it lol >Hope you feel better soon >Ann K >On LI NY > >----- Original Message ----- > > > > Of course, the first step in the book in controlling frequent headaches >is >to stop the " quick-fix (ie certain pain or migraine medications). This is >to supposedly eliminate the rebound headache syndrome. I'd like to know if >anyone out there has tried this for their headaches? Also, has anyone else >read this book and what do you think? I tried stopping my headache pain >med >once several years ago (cold turkey, as most headache experts recommend) >and >ended up at the emergency room after only a day and a half. As you >probably guessed, I am skeptical on this theory of rebound headaches but >really would like to know if it has worked for others. > > > > Thanks! Trish in PA > > > > _________________________________________________________________ Take advantage of our limited-time introductory offer for dial-up Internet access. http://join.msn.com/?page=dept/dialup Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 1, 2009 Report Share Posted June 1, 2009 > > Hi Bee & all...after 25 months on the diet, I'm doing very well. I've been afraid to cheat for a long time for fear the punishment will be a migraine. > Last week I had 3 small bites of chocolate cake. Within 2 hours, I had a migraine from hell. Bee, was it the chocolate, the wheat, the sugar, the preservatives, or all 4 ? +++Hi Susie. Oh oh! Unfortunately it was probably all 4. Luv, Bee Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 6, 2009 Report Share Posted November 6, 2009 I'm going on my 3rd week of headaches. I hate popping pills for it but I have to. I was wondering if there is any info out there about going to the chiropractor. I used to go and it would take a while but it would help. I haven't gone since my diagnosis and all this swelling. Maty Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 7, 2009 Report Share Posted November 7, 2009 Maty, Please contact your primary care physician or rheumatologist about your headaches. Sometimes, taking a lot of OTC medications for headaches can get you into a " rebound " situation. http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/rebound-headaches/DS00613 If you do see a chiropractor, do not allow him or her to perform any high-velocity manipulations on your neck. The cervical spine (neck) is very often affected by RA and should be treated delicately. Not an MD On Fri, Nov 6, 2009 at 11:13 AM, matygirl3 <matygirl3@...> wrote: > I'm going on my 3rd week of headaches. Â I hate popping pills for it but I have to. Â I was wondering if there is any info out there about going to the chiropractor. Â I used to go and it would take a while but it would help. Â I haven't gone since my diagnosis and all this swelling. > > Maty Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 7, 2009 Report Share Posted November 7, 2009 Good morning Maty, I read your post this morning and wanted to respond as I see my chiropractor 2-3 if not 4 times a week depending on how I'm feeling and if I can make the trip, and being adjusted ALWAYS helps. He helps my back, my neack, headaches, my elbows and shoulders, and over the past couple weeks, my reoccuring costochrondritis. My chiropractor not only adjusts my spine and neck, he uses a little device called an activator. He uses on the areas that are inflamed. Yesterday when I went to see him, I could feel the costo coming back in my neck and chest which not only caused that pain, but also shoulder pain and a bad headache. He used the activator on the muscles in the front and side of my neck and by the time I left, I felt like a new person. I almost always do. Where do you live? Because I can ask my chiropractor on Monday if he could refer one in your area. I have been seeing my chiropractor regurarly since 2005, and I truly credit my standard of life on his practices, and on the fact that I take Humira. I may be the only one here who strongly believes that people who suffer from RA should be seen by a reputable chiropractor even before being seen by a rheumatologist. My advice, especially if you have been having headaches for 3 weeks, would be to go. Go see a chiropractor. Please let me know how things turn out. Take care, (musiclvr3237) > > I'm going on my 3rd week of headaches. I hate popping pills for it but I have to. I was wondering if there is any info out there about going to the chiropractor. I used to go and it would take a while but it would help. I haven't gone since my diagnosis and all this swelling. > > Maty > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 7, 2009 Report Share Posted November 7, 2009 I have A LOT of headaches caused by my neck (and a lot of neck pain). I had always gone to chiropractors for neck and back pain, but the last time I saw one I ended up with four bulging disks in my upper back. I know they were caused by the manipulation because the pain was instantaneous after that part of my back was cracked. My primary physician- an osteopath (they are taught some manipulation techniques)- told me that she would never touch someone with RA with chiropractic manipulation and forbids me to see a chiropractor. Our joints are too easily damaged. Additionally, taking steroids and having RA places us at increased risk of developing osteoporosis, which also weakens bones. Just sharing my experience. ~Marie Re: [ ] Headache question Maty, Please contact your primary care physician or rheumatologist about your headaches. Sometimes, taking a lot of OTC medications for headaches can get you into a " rebound " situation. http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/rebound-headaches/DS00613 If you do see a chiropractor, do not allow him or her to perform any high-velocity manipulations on your neck. The cervical spine (neck) is very often affected by RA and should be treated delicately. Not an MD On Fri, Nov 6, 2009 at 11:13 AM, matygirl3 <matygirl3@...> wrote: > I'm going on my 3rd week of headaches. I hate popping pills for it but I have to. I was wondering if there is any info out there about going to the chiropractor. I used to go and it would take a while but it would help. I haven't gone since my diagnosis and all this swelling. > > Maty Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 7, 2009 Report Share Posted November 7, 2009 I used to get rebound headaches.... Breaking the cycle was a b*tch! *~ Kami ~* Re: [ ] Headache question Maty, Please contact your primary care physician or rheumatologist about your headaches. Sometimes, taking a lot of OTC medications for headaches can get you into a " rebound " situation. http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/rebound-headaches/DS00613 If you do see a chiropractor, do not allow him or her to perform any high-velocity manipulations on your neck. The cervical spine (neck) is very often affected by RA and should be treated delicately. Not an MD On Fri, Nov 6, 2009 at 11:13 AM, matygirl3 <matygirl3@...> wrote: > I'm going on my 3rd week of headaches. I hate popping pills for it but I have to. I was wondering if there is any info out there about going to the chiropractor. I used to go and it would take a while but it would help. I haven't gone since my diagnosis and all this swelling. > > Maty Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 7, 2009 Report Share Posted November 7, 2009 Well, it was interesting to know about rebound headaches although I doubt that is what I have at the moment. I only take extra strength Tylenol when I really, really have to. My pain tolerance level is pretty high so when I take something it's when I'm about to kill someone if they talk. I get these headaches every now and then. They come on and last for a long while. Then they go away. I had been on some migraine meds which only knocks me out and I can't do that. Thanks to all who responded about the chiro also. I'm having a major flare right now and I'm actually afraid to go. I'll just take my metrx like a good girl and wait for my other prescription to be ready and see if that does the trick. Maty On Sat, Nov 7, 2009 at 10:44 AM, ~Kami~ <kamilleon@...> wrote: > > > I used to get rebound headaches.... Breaking the cycle was a b*tch! > > *~ Kami ~* > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 7, 2009 Report Share Posted November 7, 2009 It could be your MTX. Do you take the pills or inject? When I took it, I would get a severe headache so my rheumy broke up the way I dosed from one dosage to 3 times over a 24 hour period. That helped. Whatever it is, I hope it goes away for you. *~ Kami ~* Re: [ ] Headache question Well, it was interesting to know about rebound headaches although I doubt that is what I have at the moment. I only take extra strength Tylenol when I really, really have to. My pain tolerance level is pretty high so when I take something it's when I'm about to kill someone if they talk. I get these headaches every now and then. They come on and last for a long while. Then they go away. I had been on some migraine meds which only knocks me out and I can't do that. Thanks to all who responded about the chiro also. I'm having a major flare right now and I'm actually afraid to go. I'll just take my metrx like a good girl and wait for my other prescription to be ready and see if that does the trick. Maty On Sat, Nov 7, 2009 at 10:44 AM, ~Kami~ <kamilleon@...> wrote: > > > I used to get rebound headaches.... Breaking the cycle was a b*tch! > > *~ Kami ~* > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 7, 2009 Report Share Posted November 7, 2009 Hi Maty, You may want to try something a little more subtle than chiropractic such as craniosacral therapy (works wonders for migraines/headaches) or osteopathy. Just a thought. ________________________________ From: Maty <matygirl3@...> Sent: Sat, November 7, 2009 3:12:27 PM Subject: Re: [ ] Headache question  Well, it was interesting to know about rebound headaches although I doubt that is what I have at the moment. I only take extra strength Tylenol when I really, really have to. My pain tolerance level is pretty high so when I take something it's when I'm about to kill someone if they talk. I get these headaches every now and then. They come on and last for a long while. Then they go away. I had been on some migraine meds which only knocks me out and I can't do that. Thanks to all who responded about the chiro also. I'm having a major flare right now and I'm actually afraid to go. I'll just take my metrx like a good girl and wait for my other prescription to be ready and see if that does the trick. Maty On Sat, Nov 7, 2009 at 10:44 AM, ~Kami~ <kamilleonverizon (DOT) net> wrote: > > > I used to get rebound headaches... . Breaking the cycle was a b*tch! > > *~ Kami ~* > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 7, 2009 Report Share Posted November 7, 2009 Well I was on 6 pills once a week and when we went up to 8 is when my headaches started. So I went down to 7 pills and it was still there so I went back down to 6 and I still have it. I am hoping if it is the pills that my body will readjust back to the 6 because I was fine, well, no headaches anyway. Maty On Sat, Nov 7, 2009 at 3:53 PM, ~Kami~ <kamilleon@...> wrote: > > > It could be your MTX. Do you take the pills or inject? When I took it, I > would get a severe headache so my rheumy broke up the way I dosed from one > dosage to 3 times over a 24 hour period. That helped. > > Whatever it is, I hope it goes away for you. > > *~ Kami ~* > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 7, 2009 Report Share Posted November 7, 2009 I'll have to look that up. I'm not even sure what that is. No telling if anyone here in my town does that. I live 2hrs away in any direction from a bigger city like Houston, TX. Hope I find someone here that does it. Thanks for the suggestion. Maty On Sat, Nov 7, 2009 at 3:54 PM, Bloomquist <skaye81@...>wrote: > > > Hi Maty, > > You may want to try something a little more subtle than chiropractic such > as craniosacral therapy (works wonders for migraines/headaches) or > osteopathy. Just a thought. > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 7, 2009 Report Share Posted November 7, 2009 Sure hope your headache is gone soon. I suffered for years with unbearable migraines, which could last for 6 weeks or more. Glad they have gone for good.  I hope you can get some relief from your flare. They are brutal to try and endure.  Wishing you pain free days ahead.  Hugs,  Barbara > > > I used to get rebound headaches... . Breaking the cycle was a b*tch! > > *~ Kami ~* > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 7, 2009 Report Share Posted November 7, 2009 There is a website called www.iahp.com that should be able to help you find a practitioner. Usually done by massage therapists or physical therapists. The osteopathy is done by a D.O. (doctor of osteopathy). Many primary care physicians are D.O.s but don't do the osteopathy. So you'll have to ask if they do Osteopathic manipulations. Hope this helps, ________________________________ From: Maty <matygirl3@...> Sent: Sat, November 7, 2009 5:26:24 PM Subject: Re: [ ] Headache question  I'll have to look that up. I'm not even sure what that is. No telling if anyone here in my town does that. I live 2hrs away in any direction from a bigger city like Houston, TX. Hope I find someone here that does it. Thanks for the suggestion. Maty On Sat, Nov 7, 2009 at 3:54 PM, Bloomquist <skaye81 (DOT) com>wrote: > > > Hi Maty, > > You may want to try something a little more subtle than chiropractic such > as craniosacral therapy (works wonders for migraines/headaches ) or > osteopathy. Just a thought. > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 7, 2009 Report Share Posted November 7, 2009 Thanks for that info . Maty > > There is a website called www.iahp.com that should be able to help you find a practitioner. Usually done by massage therapists or physical therapists. The osteopathy is done by a D.O. (doctor of osteopathy). Many primary care physicians are D.O.s but don't do the osteopathy. So you'll have to ask if they do Osteopathic manipulations. > > Hope this helps, > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 8, 2009 Report Share Posted November 8, 2009 Maty, do you live in Texas? I must have missed your intro. I live close to the Dallas/Ft Worth metroplex. I have a couple of friends that live in Houston. They might could help you. Nae Re: [ ] Headache question > I'll have to look that up. I'm not even sure what that is. No telling if > anyone here in my town does that. I live 2hrs away in any direction from > a > bigger city like Houston, TX. Hope I find someone here that does it. > Thanks for the suggestion. > > Maty > > > On Sat, Nov 7, 2009 at 3:54 PM, Bloomquist > <skaye81@...>wrote: > >> >> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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