From time to time I am able to conjure up some words that sound, well, almost wise. Some days I can inspire. Today is not one of those days. My head hurts too much. I really want to share some words of encouragement, because I need a little lift and my previous post (a sad [...]
Entries from September 2009
September 16, 2009
Massage Therapy for Chronic Headaches
Long before I had any idea what living with chronic headaches was like, I had a desire to help people who suffered with them. My older brother was diagnosed with cluster headaches before he turned 20 and I had witnessed his excruciating pain on several occasions. I watched how the headaches effected his life. I [...]
September 16, 2009
A Sad Observation
I started this blog less than a month ago and I’m amazed at the response that I have received so far. I wasn’t sure if there was a need for it, aside from helping me sort out all the information being thrown at me. I’ve been keeping an eye on my blog statistics and the [...]
September 10, 2009
Doxycycline and Singulair for NDPH
It seems like a strange combination of medications to take to attempt to get rid of New Daily Persistent Headache, I know. I’m trying it out now, at the recommendation of my new neurologist. If you would like to read up on some of the research that supports this treatment, take a look at Elevation [...]
September 8, 2009
The Pain Scale
If you are living with chronic pain, you’ve surely been asked to rate your pain levels or perhaps keep a daily log to track the ups and downs. On a scale of 1-10, what’s your pain level today? I hate to do it. I hate to keep track of my pain levels. Everyday, I have to [...]
September 1, 2009
The Right Neurologist
Maybe. Maybe this doctor can help me. Tomorrow I will be heading out bright and early for a little road trip to Wilkes-Barre, PA. Shall I stop off in Scranton for a photo opp? There are few doctors (that I have discovered) who list NDPH at the top of their list of specialties. The doctor [...]