Hi everyone,
I was diagnosed with migraines when I was pregnant with my first child 7 years ago and it's been a huge battle ever since.
Currently I'm on Amitryptiline as a preventative and Zomig to stave off an attack. I also take celexa for depression.
I know most of my triggers are hormone related and barometric pressure. But I've never really been able to get a handle on them. Once I get one, it lasts for days...sometimes, like right now it's been lasting for over two weeks.
I'm going to see my GP this wednesday. I want to ask him about getting a partial hysterectomy. Has anyone done this for a theraputic way to treat migraines?
I know the information out there on complete hysterectomies is not good for migraines. Statistics say it usually makes things worse.
Any information or suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
Vic
Vicky-
I am NOT a doctor!
I have heard that this can go either way...It may help OR You may go through this and end right back up where you are...
The best info I can give you is to do some research on your own sweetie.
National Headache Foundation
American Council for Headache Education
M.A.G.N.U.M
www.about.com (they have a section on headaches and migraines-some good info)
That should get you started. Go to www.google.com to help find these websites or email me and let me know.
I would suggest to find a doctor/specialist and find medication to TREAT THE PROBLEM! There are medications to prevent the headaches/migraines, there are medications to abort the headaches when you get them and rescue medications to help when pain....
Take a look at your options Vicky.
Let me know what we can do to help.
Sara
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thanks Sara for your info. You are very helpful.
I have been doing research and you've given me a few more resources to search through.
I very much appreciate your help.
So far from what I've found, I'm just going to end up doing another med change.
I'll keep praying to the menopause fairies and hope I get relief when it's my time.
thanks again,
Vic