Hi Fox & Welcome to the Forum,

I am sorry about your health problems. I am so very happy and proud of you for your decision and recent success to quit smoking. Keep it up! You can do it! Cheers! I am very fortunate that I have never been addicted to anything. Especially since due to my migraines and neck problems I have been on lots of miscellaneous medications throughout my lifetime.

I am also new here. I have had major migraines and neck pain since I was 10 years old. I am now 53 so for 43 years... can't believe I have dealt with the intnese pain, nausea, loss of family and work time, etc, for pretty much a lifetime. After MANY Doctors and specialists they all came to the same conclusion, it's genetic. The aura that I experience, I can only explain as horizontal blinds flickering in the sunlight and a breeze. When my migraines are bad enough I suffer major memory loss. I also experience numbness on the left side of my face and jawline.

I hope to at least be able to share our experiences and be a good listener. Comparing notes of migraine symptoms is very interesting to me.

I came to this site due to another issue that is new my c4 c5 c6 fusion on June 2, 2015 left me with c5 palsy. I cannot use my left arm, but can use my left hand. My right arm and hand have some dexterity and coordination issues. Major nerve pain in my neck, shoulders and upper arms. I am currently in physical and occupational therapy.

There are many intelligent, helpful and caring folks on this site. Everyone is genuine, that is so refreshing these days I am thankful to my Neurosurgeon for referring me here.

Keep up the good fight!