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  • About Me

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    CxExB

    Female
    Austin, TX, USA
    Member since November 3

    • About Me

      I had a 24 hour migraine once. Most of the time, they last 3-14 days. I used to lead an active, ambitious life, and now I find there are days when I can't even read (my favorite activity!). But, I learn more all the time and God gives me the strength to find joy in the midst of darkness. My parents and my best friends have supported me through finding a diagnosis and dealing with me on various medications. They have many jewels in Heaven for their love and patience!!

      I had a 24 hour migraine once. Most of the time, they last 3-14 days. I used to lead an active, ambitious life, and now I find there are days when I can't even read (my favorite activity!). But, I learn more all the time and God gives me the strength to find joy in the midst of darkness. My parents and my best friends have supported me through finding a diagnosis and dealing with me on various medications. They have many jewels in Heaven for their love and patience!!

  • Recent Activity

    Recently:

    • 1 hug received, 1 hug given, 1 journal comment, 1 journal post

    Wednesday

    • CxExB gave SueES a chicken soup 10:33pm

      It isn't the "real" thing, but... Hoping you get well soon and receive an extra measure of…  

    Tuesday

    Monday

  • Journal

    • Great, just great

      Mood November 16, 2009 12:07am

      I'm at a friend's wedding last night and I sit with some friends I haven't seen in awhile.  They tell me their son is …

    • weight and caffeine

      Mood November 13, 2009 11:29pm

      I dreamed I drank a Dr. Pepper.  I woke up thinking how delicious it was.  Then I realized I hadn't had one.  kinda sad when you …

    • Wow, I'm in shock!

      Mood November 10, 2009 10:51pm

      It's all about Jesus.

       

      I am totally blown away!  I'm visiting my brother's family--babysitting his three kids while he and his …

    • Last few days

      Mood November 8, 2009 9:37pm

      I took my test Saturday.  Took a couple of hours and I was getting stiff by the time I gave up, ooops, I mean finished! haha  Wasn't …

    • Test!

      Mood November 6, 2009 9:02pm

      I'm trying not to panic.  I'm taking a test tomorrow morning.  8:30 am.  eeeckk.  What am I thinking??!!  I'm …

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  • Hugbook

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    • Thanks

      From SueES Thursday

      Aw, thanks! That was tasty (at least the support part!) Feeling kind of better today, just exhausted.

    • Thumbs Up

      From SueES November 14

      That's kind of funny--dreaming of Dr. Pepper! Better than drinking it! Good girl!

    • Hug

      From PGell November 11

      Thank you, and God Bless you, CX. We haven't known each other long, but I feel I can always count on you.

      Love and Hugs,

      P'Gell

    • Flower

      From PGell November 6

      I know, I couldn't do the Downward Dog. Anything that involves my achy knees is going to have to wait.

      NOW, go do that Yoga, Woman!!!! :)

      Hugs, and Love,

      P'Gell

    • High Five

      From PGell November 6

      I DID IT! Your post really made me think about it, and I started it yesterday!!!! I can't do a lot of the poses, but even after only doing it for about half hour, I felt GOOD.

      Thank you so much for your support!

      Love and thank you,

      P'Gell

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  • Goals

    Progress

    45 %

    Goal End Date is Nov 18, 09 4 days ago.
  • Support Groups

    • Close Migraine Headaches

      I have near constant migraines. They have been more acute over the last 4 years--to the point where I no longer hold a 9-5 job.

      Treatments

      Acupuncture Somewhat Helpful
      It's terribly important to mesh with your acupuncturist. I have had minimal help with several and a lot of help with one.
      Aspirin Not Working
      Oh, the aspirin I've taken! I take it now mixed with my hydrocodone. Am hoping to switch to a hydro. without aspirin.
      Avoid Certain Foods / Chemicals Working / Worked
      AMEN to this one! I don't eat gluten, peanuts, MSG or chocolate (found that one out recently). I also avoid echinacea and chamomile.
      Caffeine Considering
      I still can't decide if it helps or hinders. Sometimes, I just want a Dr. Pepper! It may be a comfort reaction.
      Excedrin Not Working
      Tried it with Reglan. Umm, worked a little. Side effects were too frightening to be taking as much as I needed to take. (It took a strong dose to help).
      Naproxen Working / Worked
      Horribly allergic, but it worked while I was taking it.
      Promethazine Working / Worked
      One of my strongest indicators of migraine besides pain! is nausea. I love my Dr. for this one! Ive spent over 10 years trying to get help with constant nausea and this saves the day! I take from 14 of a pill to 2 pills depending on my symptoms. Its so amazing to control it!!
      Relpax Not Working
      Did that. Barely noticeable help.
      Topamax Working / Worked
      Worked. I was numb and losing weight and when I went off insurance I couldn't afford it anymore. Don't miss the numb/distracted feeling.
      Tylenol Not Working
      Tried this too. Doesn't do much for me.
      Frova Working / Worked
      Took them like they were candy as frequently as they were prescribed. They worked but no money...
    • Close Celiac Disease

      Support and information in living gluten free. My main issue is migraines.

      Treatments

      Dairy-Free Diet Working / Worked
      It works well when I can do it! I've always been lactose intolerant, but it's so tempting to have a little butter or eat a little cheese on my enchiladas...
      Gluten Free Diet Working / Worked
    • Open Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS)

      Treatments

      Oral Contraceptives Not Working
      had regular periods--but oooh, the pain! had to take pain meds on top of hormones.
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