Hi Diana.

I'm glad to hear you took things into your own hands and got her into the ER. Having to wait another week would have been unbearable for her (and for you). My family felt helpless when I would get an attack - I know they wanted to do something, but there was nothing they could do except let me get through it on my own. I was first put on amitripyline (sp?) and, when that did absolutely nothing for me, I did some research on my own and asked the doctor to put me on carbomazapene. Thank goodness, that somewhat dulled it.

As I mentioned, I had the balloon compression last year and, so far so good!

I wish your Mom all the best and I hope the meds bring her some relief.

Sincerely
Judy