So now Beth....have you talked to the Dr. about those headaches?

What kind of a headache is it? Where do you feel the pain, and how does it come on? Is it constant?

I get what I have labeled as "spinal headaches". It starts in my upper spine, and it seems to radiate from that point to my shoulders, neck and upper back.

When I wake up in the morning, I am usually ok for a short while. As the day wears on, the "headache" extends from the spine (to those places mentioned), then eventually to up under my skull in the back. If I sit for any length of time, the headache will settle in my forehead.

They usually last about 3 weeks when I get them, and the only thing that works reasonably well is Naproxen (500 mg X 2 per day) and LAYING down a LOT!! The longer the opportunity to lay, the longer I can sit up without the pain getting progressively worse.

Is this the kind of headache, or is it more like a migraine?

BTW, I think this may be as a result of spinal lesions . . . at least that's the conclusion I've come to based on how it feels and where my lesions are.

Cherie

Taffy
No I have not talked to the doc. I see a new neuro on 8/1, I'll be sure and mention it.

BTW, we went through a 3lb bag of M&Ms in no time. Would you like a brownie, w/applesause instead of oil, and mini choco chips for fun?

Cherie
The headache you describe is more what I have, not a migraine. I do get migraines but this isn't it. I recently found out I have multiple leisons in T/spine in addition to c/spine and brain.

It certainly is something I need to persue. Thanks so much for sharing your experiences. I do have some naproxan and will give it a try. That is one med I've not tried. Thanks much. I will let you know if it helps.

Yes on anything chocolate...............

Can you wait that long with the head thing?

The first thing that should be on your list is headaches.

Do I need to go with you?

Have the headaches eased up at all?

Don't forget..........

I probably added to you headache............

I am good at that.

I got one now! Dang......I gave myself one!

Yes Taffy
The headache has eased up alot. And no you didn't contribute. You are a wonderful distraction. I enjoy your take on life.

I just took 2 naproxin (sp?) per Cherie's suggestion. It's only been about 5 minutes. I'm definitely working on my patience with this headache thing.

Weather change? Go lie down Taffy. You've been thinking too hard today!

Ah....the drugs are finally kicking in...relief!

I'm glad I could help somewhat (maybe ).

The bad news is that I know how TRECHEROUS and debilitating these headaches can be (and I have a unusually high tolerance to pain). I feel for you.

I get these headaches a few times a year, on average, and I have learned to listen to my body when they happen. There is really no way to get around them, except to take it easy.

The good news is that it should let up with 3 - 4 weeks, no matter what you do. However, if you treat the inflammation, AND you lie down a LOT, it makes the pain bearable anyway.

I'm interested to know if you are feeling slightly better after a couple of days of following this regime, or if you ever find something that works better.

Cherie

I too have a high pain tolerance. When I say outloud I hurt. I really hurt. It is good to know it will resolve itself (if that's what is going on).

I'm going to try lying down more during the day, maybe it will help. I just hate doing that, it make me feel like a "sick" person.

See my new neuro on Aug 1st. Will see what his take is on headaches. I'll keep you posted. Thanks again.