jolou68

I’ve had migraines since I was about 10. They’ve gone through many different ‘phases’ – with vomiting, tunnel vision, slurring speech and visual distortions. The doc said i just had ‘classic migraine’. Not ever found what actually triggers them. Went back on the beta-blockers to see if that helps to break the cycle. ( was getting a least 1 a week) – which as every one of you knows is so depressing and debilitating. They seemed to work for a while so I stopped and I’ve again had one a week for the last three weeks. When I get an attack – I take a soluble aspirin immediately as soon as I get the visual light flashing things (always about 1/2hour before the main event!) Also my prescibed medication – Maxalt Melt (rizatriptan) which is for me the only thing I’ve taken which has had any effect on the pain. I still get a headache – but its bareable and I can function like a normal human – if a little slower. I feel a little ‘spaced’ but hey – it’s better than excruciating pain that leaves me unable to even think without it hurting! .. So maybe if you haven’t tried this medication – it may be worth a go – mention it to your doctor the next time.
I just be able to get on with my life -and not have this take over.

When I’ve worked out how to achieve No.4 on my list – I’m going to then set a plan to save the money that’s going to help take me around the world

I think that this is where I want to be when I am at the end of my round the world journey.