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07-28-2015, 07:24 PM | #1 | ||
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I had a concussion on Feb 8th, so almost 6 months ago. Ever since I have had headaches and head pressure daily. I'm currently on Tramadol to keep the headaches at bay, but my neurologist is no help at this point and I'm not sure what my next step should be. I have already had a brain and neck MRI, both showed no issues. Also, when my headache gets worse it usually brings on earache in my right ear as well, which is the side I hit. My headaches usually start to get worse around mid-day, and sometimes can radiate behind my eyes. I don't even know exactly what type of headache this sounds like, since there are so many different types. Any advice would be appreciated, I'm open to try anything at this point to reclaim my active lifestyle. Thanks for your time.
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March 2009: Concussion from a tree branch falling on head, all symptoms cleared up by 8-month mark. Started having head and hand tremors in 2013, which may had been caused by this concussion. February 2015: Slammed head into a heavy dining table light, another concussion. Current symptoms: Constant headaches that are mostly localized to the right side, head pressure, head sensitivity, moderate fatigue, fractured sleep, anxiety, mood swings, tremors, mild dizziness caused by head movement at times, neck pain, fullness in right ear, mild blurry vision Symptoms that went away: Light/noise sensitivity, nausea, severe fatigue, moderate blurry vision, tinnitus Current meds: Tramadol |
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08-02-2015, 11:42 PM | #2 | |||
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I feel your pain. I had suffered a TBI/concussion and whiplash over 2 years ago and still have horrible headaches. Not all neurologists specialize in headaches. Is it possible for you to have a consult with a neuro with a sub-specialty in headaches? If in the U.S., look at closest university-affiliated health centers for headache specialists. You might also find some of these specialists in private practices, "headache clinics." Investigate your options for seeing a headache specialist. I hope you are more comfortable with each passing day. To Our Healing, DejaVu |
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08-03-2015, 11:16 AM | #3 | ||
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I'm currently looking for a headache specialist in my area but it seems like there aren't many around. I'm in Austin, TX so it's kind of surprising that they're hard to come by.
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March 2009: Concussion from a tree branch falling on head, all symptoms cleared up by 8-month mark. Started having head and hand tremors in 2013, which may had been caused by this concussion. February 2015: Slammed head into a heavy dining table light, another concussion. Current symptoms: Constant headaches that are mostly localized to the right side, head pressure, head sensitivity, moderate fatigue, fractured sleep, anxiety, mood swings, tremors, mild dizziness caused by head movement at times, neck pain, fullness in right ear, mild blurry vision Symptoms that went away: Light/noise sensitivity, nausea, severe fatigue, moderate blurry vision, tinnitus Current meds: Tramadol |
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"Thanks for this!" says: | DejaVu (08-03-2015) |
08-03-2015, 05:53 PM | #4 | |||
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Hi Donnie,
I have not had great luck, even though I have seen headaches specialists. This is partially because I am allergic to lots of meds. It is partially because I had chronic migraines before the concussion and whiplash. It is partially because the unresolved whiplash injuries also set off headaches. I have a very complicated neurological case, before concussion/whiplash. MANY people have very helpful results when seeing a headache specialist. I am hoping you have good results, too! Let us know how you are doing? Best wishes! DejaVu |
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08-03-2015, 06:07 PM | #5 | |||
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Donnie,
Have you tried Seton Brain and Spine Institute? http://www.setonbrainandspine.com/ Click on "Institutes and Specialty Practices" after going to that site. It lists headaches. They may have a headache specialist? Aren't they affiliated with Dell Medical School in Austin? Have you checked with Seton? Warmly, DejaVu |
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08-04-2015, 04:51 PM | #6 | ||
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DejaVu,
Thanks for the suggestion, in fact, they do have a headache specialist. I just got off the phone with them and apparently the doctor is booked until mid-September. Sigh.. I'm moving abroad in a couple of months so I don't know if it's even worth scheduling with him if it's gonna be only 1 appointment before I can leave.
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March 2009: Concussion from a tree branch falling on head, all symptoms cleared up by 8-month mark. Started having head and hand tremors in 2013, which may had been caused by this concussion. February 2015: Slammed head into a heavy dining table light, another concussion. Current symptoms: Constant headaches that are mostly localized to the right side, head pressure, head sensitivity, moderate fatigue, fractured sleep, anxiety, mood swings, tremors, mild dizziness caused by head movement at times, neck pain, fullness in right ear, mild blurry vision Symptoms that went away: Light/noise sensitivity, nausea, severe fatigue, moderate blurry vision, tinnitus Current meds: Tramadol |
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08-04-2015, 07:32 PM | #7 | |||
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Hi Donnie,
Sorry they are so backed up at Seton Brain and Spine. I wonder if they keep a cancellation list? You might get in earlier if they keep such a list and would call you when there's a cancellation. Are you able to go more towards Houston or Dallas? DejaVu |
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08-04-2015, 09:53 PM | #8 | ||
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I might try Houston. Last few days I've been feeling a little better in terms of headaches. Maybe my atlas orthogonal adjustment helped a bit.
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March 2009: Concussion from a tree branch falling on head, all symptoms cleared up by 8-month mark. Started having head and hand tremors in 2013, which may had been caused by this concussion. February 2015: Slammed head into a heavy dining table light, another concussion. Current symptoms: Constant headaches that are mostly localized to the right side, head pressure, head sensitivity, moderate fatigue, fractured sleep, anxiety, mood swings, tremors, mild dizziness caused by head movement at times, neck pain, fullness in right ear, mild blurry vision Symptoms that went away: Light/noise sensitivity, nausea, severe fatigue, moderate blurry vision, tinnitus Current meds: Tramadol |
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