[UpeaAiti]

Hi all.

This has been, hands down, the worst week of my life. On Monday I had an attack where I had double vision, loss of balance, shaking, and an inability to speak. Plus a migraine headache (but I'm used to those - been having 4-6/month for a while now). My father-in-law took me to my GP because the last time it happened my doctor told me to come in so he could see it in person.

2 1/2 hours later I was seen by a nurse practitioner. By then most of the symptoms has subsided. She gave me a shot of Imitrex and a script for oral Imitrex and sent me on my way.

The next day, the same attack happened - this time at work. I was driven to the ER by a coworker. As soon as the attack started I took an Imitrex... and I might as well have taken a tic tac.

Long story short, at the beginning of the week I had a job I loved and was in the process of applying to grad school. Now, I've lost my job, spent 2 days in critical care, had a plethora of tests, been diagnosed with a lifelong condition, and lost my independence.

Worst. Week. Ever.

[Darlene]

UpeaAiti,

It is great to have you come and be with us. You will fine a great number of dear friends to listen when you are in need of ears. Please, just let us know how we can help you out. You will find out we are supportive and relaxing place.

Sad to hear what you have been going through. Hopefully the doctors and other medical staff will be able to find out your problem. Also sad to hear about your job situation. At a time like this you just knew to take a deep breath and eventually everything will work out for the best.

Here is a form for you to check out. There you will find a number of friends to help you out.

Headache:
http://neurotalk.psychcentral.com/forum32.html

Please keep us up to date on your situation. Again welcome, looking forward to seeing you around. My thoughts and prayers are with you.