Thursday 19 October 2017

Doctor

It has been well over three months since I saw my gp and got a load of medication to try and a diary to keep. Some of the medication worked great (especially the one for migraine), some didn't work at all. The stuff I had to take daily only had one effect: it made me extremely tired. I stopped taking it at the end of last month. 

The stuff I had to take when I got a headache, didn't work either. The only thing that seemed to be able to give me some relief was either cold packs on my forehead or heat packs on my shoulders/back. But once the headache had taken hold, even those didn't work anymore. 

I kept the diary quite faithfully, although sometimes a week after the fact. From what I can gather from the diary is that the main 'event' happens about every two to three weeks. And with that I mean a massive attack that will take me out of the game for a few days. 

Today I thought I would go see my gp, but alas, no room today, unless medical urgency. So, I got an appointment for next week and then we will talk about options. My goal is to get rid of the headaches and only have the migraines left. They happen about two to three times a year, sometimes less, sometimes more. With the new medication I should be able to deal with those quite comfortably. 

Of course I don't know what the doctor will tell me. Will it be neurologist, fysiotherapist/chiropractor or something altogether different again. I will find out next Wednesday.

All photos taken in July 2005 on Illnacullen, Ireland

12 comments:

  1. Hari OM
    Fabulous flower fotos... and POTP for getting a bit closer to resolving the head-stuff... YAM xx

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    1. I love the second one especially. The one with all the raindrops.

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  2. Mara the flowers are absolutely beautiful.
    We are so very sorry that you have to suffer with these mysterious maladies. It is way high time you get some
    good answers and find some relief.
    Hugs madi and mom

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  3. I have a constant headache in my left temple. It's low intensity, so I live with it sans meds. I will mention to my doctor today, but I don't expect that anything can be done.

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  4. It would be good if the diaries give the doctor more idea of how to help.

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    1. As long as he doesn't give me more pills that don't work...

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  5. I hope it all works out for you and that the doctor is able to find another solution for you. Wishing you all best....((Hugs))

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  6. Lovely flowers....I forgot to tell you that!

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  7. We hope you find relief from those terrible head aches. (Ghostwriter says she knows what they're like.)

    The flowers are very beautiful.

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    1. Had another bout this weekend, which did hinder my enjoyment of a great course somewhat. But I will be very glad to see the back of the headaches, I can tell you!

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  8. Two and three photos are exquisite!

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    1. Two was my favourite as well, with number three coming second. I just love the water droplets in number two. I am actually thinking of having it as a wall photo along with all my others!

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