Re: Sun related headaches/NCC

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I am the same way. I have been unable to tolerate the heat since I was

probably 8 or so. Direct sunlight more so, but I also get a headache if I

overheat. I believe mine is because when I was little I got heat stroke &

have been this way ever since. I haven't figure out how to prevent it, so

I just try to stay out of the sun. (Which was easier to due a couple of

years ago, because my son was actually allergic to the sun & would get hives

from it). When I have to be out (to watch the kids or something) I make

sure I claim the plastic chair that's out there (instead of the picnic

table) so that I can keep moving it to stay in the shade. Also, if you get

dehydrated that will cause headaches (Chiari or not). So, this is my

advice...water, shade & a good hat! )

a in WA

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To: " Chiari Group " <chiari >

Subject: Sun related headaches

Date: Tue, 23 Jul 2002 08:19:52 -0400

Hello.....

If I'm in the sun without a hat for more than 5 minutes I develop an

excruciating headache that lasts for hours or even days. Yesterday I was in

a pool w/o a hat and still have the headache.

Anyone out there have this problem?

If so, any suggestions on how to relieve them?

Thanks,

Noreen Dee

Surgery: January 17, 2001

Craniectomy

Laminectomy C1+2

Duraplasty

Removal of lower portion of cerebellum tonsils