Hi Hoppipolla,

So is this the first time you've had these attacks?
Have you had classic migraines or any aura symptoms before?

Wow, having memory affected like that is memory sounds so scary! I've had attacks (with and without headache) that affected speech or made me weak on one side but the impairment is usually mild in my case. I only had one attack -- without headache -- where I saw all these colors then blinding white light, lost most muscle tone down one side and honestly I don't know if I couldn't speak or if the stab of fear just prevented me from being able to find words. It was an isolated case and I was told it was migraine, but if that is true, it seems strange I've not had other such episodes. Of course, I'm grateful that it hasn't happened again!

I'm really sorry to hear of the insurance situation. Might your parents or your fiance help you with insurance? In any case, just do the best you can -- see whatever doctor you can. Fingers crossed that the doctor you see is someone attentive and conscientious.

Write back as to how your call today went, if you'd like.

waves