The word thing is irritating, but it's way better than having migraines, and so far it's preferable to the next suggestion, which is a nerve block.
I'll admit, I'm really nervous about the word thing. I already have that to a very mild degree with the gabapentin.
Are the nerve blocks similar to Botox injections? Because I've been getting the injections, but they haven't officially been prescribed by a neurologist. (My awesome dentist helped figure out they might help, and so far they have. Also, I've only been seeing a neurologist for a month.)
Just got the alert -- campus closed tomorrow.
Atropa, my wife Lisa has been on Topamax for migraines, with mixed success. The side effects for her were mild light-headedness and fatigue.
I can ask her to email you at your profile address, if you like.
JZ, when I saw your Tweets yesterday morning I was hoping you'd come here and let us surround you with love and care.
I'm so very sorry for your loss.
(As I double-check that my profile email is the correct one.)
Dear The Midwest: DON'T GO OUTSIDE!!!
In the interest of not going outside, I'm digging through my pantry to see what I can put together to eat. Lentils, rice, and kale are a good combo, right? The kale is frozen, I have no fresh veggies to add, and any garlic or onion would have to be in powder form. What would you do with this and a slightly-above-basic selection of spices?
(Note, I do have other foods. I will not starve in the next 24-28 hours.)
Are the nerve blocks similar to Botox injections?
No, they involve lidocaine, or something similar, to numb the nerves involved. The procedure my neuro described to me doesn't involve injections. They go up your nose and squirt the stuff on directly, which sounds weird, but hey, no needle. I think she said you get it as needed, around every 6 weeks. It's also supposed to be cheaper than botox.
