tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9039672094934630798.post4356522511417044528..comments2024-03-28T05:33:26.289-04:00Comments on Little Things Bring Smiles: .Cysts and Migraines.Katiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09952712970403264066noreply@blogger.comBlogger19125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9039672094934630798.post-3647210213242059452013-06-17T08:37:56.789-04:002013-06-17T08:37:56.789-04:00Chiropractic care can also benefit migraines becau...Chiropractic care can also benefit migraines because it emphasizes healthy eating and sleep in addition to just pills. chiropractic clinichttp://www.optimalchiro.ie/homenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9039672094934630798.post-71130802054555173612011-12-24T02:37:19.788-05:002011-12-24T02:37:19.788-05:00Migraine is three times more common in women than ...Migraine is three times more common in women than in men. Some people can tell when they are about to have a migraine because they see flashing lights <a href="http://www.womenhealthzone.com/womens-health/having-any-ovarian-cyst-is-your-cyst-type-simple-or-complex/" rel="nofollow">ovarian cyst</a>Johnpaulhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15115112772337801247noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9039672094934630798.post-15923033107892237812011-10-12T01:34:00.354-04:002011-10-12T01:34:00.354-04:00I'm so moved that I helped you. I suffered fr...I'm so moved that I helped you. I suffered from migraines for 20+ years. Now I get a mild headache maybe once a month...<br /><br />The first year of GF will be a rocky one, Katie. But I promise you WILL feel 1000X than you ever have. Our stories are SO similar...<br /><br />God bless...nicolette {momnivores dilemma}https://www.blogger.com/profile/17056390328286016118noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9039672094934630798.post-20333558811923449682011-09-27T17:10:14.217-04:002011-09-27T17:10:14.217-04:00I'm so glad I found your blog! I got a link t...I'm so glad I found your blog! I got a link to it for some wreath, but this is the post I'm glad I found. I suffer from migraines too! Mine didn't come in any strong fashion until after college. And on the grand scheme of things mine are mild, but bad enough to send me to a dark quiet room for a day. Mine are related to my period to, and I loved birth control because I had them much less frequently. I'm also sensitive to certain fragrances (no smelly lotions for me!) and will get one if I don't eat regularly. I have a few more triggers, but they don't ALWAYS cause the headaches. Getting glasses also helped. Seeing a chiropractor hasn't helped as much as I hoped it would. <br /><br />I also have food allergies, but I'm allergic to nuts, so my throat swells up if I eat nuts. No fun. I've never noticed a correlation between foods and headaches luckily because nut allergies are enough for me.<br /><br />Good luck with your tests and finding answers! It's always comforting to find out you aren't the only one, isn't it?Anniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01395964348284894463noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9039672094934630798.post-41109360331175184842011-09-23T18:44:10.250-04:002011-09-23T18:44:10.250-04:00I will try to be brief about everything. I am glad...I will try to be brief about everything. I am glad that you are doing with the Migraines. I am sure you have - but have you done an in depth migraine journal before - you know were you write down EVERYTHING that goes on during the day. It looks like you are figuring out what some are your triggers are {and for alot of people that does help decrease the number}. Migraines are very hard to treat because they are so subjective and different for every person. Have you tried acupuncture? I know it can be controversial but I have heard good things about it. Also, yes, eating wheat/gluten can bring on Migraines {if that is 1 of your triggers} -yet there is no way to test to see if you are sensitive to gluten - you will just have to do a trial and error. There is also medication that can decrease the # that you have a month but Im sure you have already tried most of those. Good Luck!!!Wilson Familyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05006138306925835242noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9039672094934630798.post-58156897185704397392011-09-23T14:39:49.951-04:002011-09-23T14:39:49.951-04:00I'm glad to hear your migraines are getting be...I'm glad to hear your migraines are getting better. I hope they can find a reason why you are getting them so you can know exactly how to avoid them, and maybe go without episodes for months at a time. That is my wish for you! Don't forget I've taken a million nutrition courses so if you find something out and need a diet plan or help with researching-I'm here! :)The Banks Familyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13277006266008399724noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9039672094934630798.post-84123049905649218762011-09-23T12:22:47.904-04:002011-09-23T12:22:47.904-04:00I have recently been diagnosed with ovarian cysts....I have recently been diagnosed with ovarian cysts. I'm 28 and have only been married for one year. The pain during sex is very disappointing for both me and my husband. I have been having constant pain, but sometimes worse than others. One day it was so bad I too was curled up in bed with a hot pad considering going to the ER and just wanting to die. Nothing I have found touches the pain. I was quite concerned when the dr pretty much told me I just had to live with it and to expect the horrible pain when they ruptured. It is very comforting to know I'm not the only one experiencing this and it is not that unusual. I just wish there was something that would help besides birth control and surgery. Thanks for sharing you story.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9039672094934630798.post-85373559829670606002011-09-22T11:21:18.674-04:002011-09-22T11:21:18.674-04:00luckily i do not have first hand experience with e...luckily i do not have first hand experience with either of the afflictions you mentioned, and i truly hope you are able to get some more answers.<br /><br />as far as the migraines go, i wanted to tell you about my boyfriend's situation. a few years ago, the left side of his face, including his tongue, and all the way down to his fingertips became numb. numb and tingly. the only thing that felt bearable to him was lying on his back, on the floor. he was tested for lyme disease, bells palsy, etc, etc. so much poking and prodding. it was hard on both of us, b/c we never knew when the plans we made would have to be cancelled so that he could just lie on the floor. i didn't want to feel resentful, but it was something i couldn't help.<br /><br />some doctors attributed it to depression, which is so unlike him it was a joke. finally, he went to the right neurologist who concluded that it actually was migraines, but they were manifesting themselves thru numbness. for the last few years, he has been on a strange combo of meds that aren't particularly for migraines, but they have found do treat them in some people. when he forgets to take them, he does get numb and tingly. so sadly, he probably will have to take them forever. but, at least it's something, and he (and we!) are able to have a functional and normal life.the cape on the cornerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01283196154486318371noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9039672094934630798.post-37348736727822138072011-09-22T09:32:31.846-04:002011-09-22T09:32:31.846-04:00My daughter found out she was "wheat sensitiv...My daughter found out she was "wheat sensitive" two years ago. She maintains a gluten-free diet, and I just now realized that she doesn't complain of headaches too often anymore. Hmmm, you gave me something to think about. Good luck with your journey!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9039672094934630798.post-6240866668082667702011-09-22T08:44:33.446-04:002011-09-22T08:44:33.446-04:00Take care and hope everything takes a healing turn...Take care and hope everything takes a healing turn. We've had people with acute migraines in the family and I know how painful it is. My sister has ovarian cysts and she faces a very similar situation. Meditation is really helping her. I know this is a very controversial remedy but it did and I dont know how.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9039672094934630798.post-67255109980084771192011-09-22T08:36:12.841-04:002011-09-22T08:36:12.841-04:00I do suffer from migraines. I recently started liv...I do suffer from migraines. I recently started living gluten free. I am still figuring things out with the 'lifestyle change' but it IS HELPING. It really is.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9039672094934630798.post-22831291463977926082011-09-22T04:48:43.851-04:002011-09-22T04:48:43.851-04:00My older sister suffers from severe migraines and ...My older sister suffers from severe migraines and she has found that it was most often due to the foods that she was eating. She no longer can eat fresh bread as active yeast bothers her, so does peanut butter, anything with msg, and certain berries. Her migraines have decreased significantly since she started watching her food intake. I wish you lots of luck and send prayers your way while you try to find answers.Karenhttp://otterwifeforlife.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9039672094934630798.post-83785189095906621912011-09-22T00:48:20.700-04:002011-09-22T00:48:20.700-04:00I've dealt with this since I was a kid too. So...I've dealt with this since I was a kid too. Some of the migrain stuff is hormonal - when I was pregnant I had a couple of really really bad ones, but mostly they are brought on by the scents / heat etc as you mentioned. I also find that the weather plays a role. Sudden switches to heavy overcast days usually bring them on as well. I hope you can find rest and peace from this :(Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9039672094934630798.post-50703341683771379362011-09-21T23:45:38.787-04:002011-09-21T23:45:38.787-04:00Katie oh I'm so sorry to read about how migrai...Katie oh I'm so sorry to read about how migraines have plagued you for so long!! I remember you writing, a little while ago, about a horrible migraine you had...I can't imagine! When I have headaches I feel like it distracts from everything I'm doing and I just try to get through it...but full on migraines I've heard from a couple friends are just HORRID. Prayers for you that the food alergy test comes back with some answers and possible solutions to your improvement!! :) <br /><br />And one of my best friends growing up would go through h**l every month during her period...horrible cramps that would cause her to miss school days in a row. She later found out it was cysts... I'm so sorry you have them! But again, I hope that you get some answers/solutions soon! And with all of this suffering you've gone through, you absolutely have more compassion for others who have gone through it too. <3Haleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05139200520564451218noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9039672094934630798.post-86832411940497944882011-09-21T22:25:53.956-04:002011-09-21T22:25:53.956-04:00Katie,
I don't personally suffer from migrain...Katie,<br /><br />I don't personally suffer from migraines, but have serious empathy for anyone who does! Have you ever read the book "Natural Cures They Don't Want You To Know About", by Kevin Trudeau? I read it a few years ago, and although it's a little on the "extreme" side-it really changed the way we look and view the medical system, and as a result-our bodies & health. I would definitely recommend it.<br /><br />On an other note: My husband's entire family has suffered from food allergies that have led to some pretty big health problems, especially my mother in law. After years of trying to get pregnant, she found out she had a food sensitivity to wheat. She cut wheat out, and BAM! Pregnant. So I just know that food allergies can cause all sorts of problems that the conventional medical community might not recognize. I sure hope you get the results you're looking for, and that the problem is as simple as a dietary change.<br /><br />On one more note: I totally know how painful cysts can be (I think). This summer Michael and I lost a pregnancy, and long story short-I went in to the doctor's with heavy bleeding and significant pain. They determined it was either a tubal pregnancy that had naturally miscarried, or a miscarriage + burst ovarian cyst. I personally think it was a burst cyst causing the pain, and that it had just happened the same time that I miscarried....so I feel pretty confident in saying that it's very painful! I can't imagine having cysts constantly. And yes, when I was on birth control at the beginning of our marriage I was crazy-lady. I totally think our bodies were meant to do what they do-messing with nature is never a good thing!<br /><br />Wow. That was a mesh-mash of comments and thoughts. I just think as women, we ALL can relate in some way to something you wrote here! Good luck with your plight, and I hope that your suffering quickly ceases!Laurahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12529990360260968802noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9039672094934630798.post-3678743824748031382011-09-21T22:10:37.572-04:002011-09-21T22:10:37.572-04:00Migraines stink!! I suffered them during my last ...Migraines stink!! I suffered them during my last year of pharmacy school. Lack of sleep and strong smells lead to mine. And getting my period. At least I can help 2 of the 3. :Pmichelle@decorandthedoghttp://decorandthedog.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9039672094934630798.post-30907157003393139222011-09-21T18:48:39.999-04:002011-09-21T18:48:39.999-04:00OMG! I feel like I wrote most of your blog today;)...OMG! I feel like I wrote most of your blog today;) I have daily headaches/migraines:( I have done everything and I do mean everything to get rid of them and/or control them. They are better but I still get them every day.Very interesting about the cysts and migraines.....I hope the blood work helps once and for all for you. People who don't get them just don't get it. Dealing with pain in your head on a daily basis can be so draining. Please let us know how you make out. I am keeping my fingers and toes crossed for you:) Keeping you in my prayers. Good luck:)<br />~Debra xxx<br />Capers of the vintage vixenswww.MaisonStGermain.comhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03916957841730565226noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9039672094934630798.post-49175856852018790032011-09-21T17:30:36.090-04:002011-09-21T17:30:36.090-04:00I've had pretty similar issues. A couple of ye...I've had pretty similar issues. A couple of years ago, a doctor suggested that I might have Celiac's disease. I've been tested a couple of times, but both times have come back "inconclusive"--which should be a swear word. Anyway, I've decided to go gluten free and even though I don't have celiac's disease, cutting back on wheat products has helped me soooo much! I couldn't believe it! My headaches/migraines have decreased a ton! I've lost weight, and I feel happy and energetic! Sometimes it kinda sucks not getting to have a sandwhich or a piece of my sister's wedding cake, but then I just remember how I feel when I did eat gluten and then I'm okay not eating it. I've been amazed at how much changing my diet has helped. Once you have the test done, you should try it for a week and see how you feel. That is what did it for me. I never went back. :) My prayers and thoughts are with you!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9039672094934630798.post-89569922514988639442011-09-21T17:23:26.401-04:002011-09-21T17:23:26.401-04:00This is such great news Katie! (the testing :) I c...This is such great news Katie! (the testing :) I can't wait to hear what they find. I REALLY want to live a gluten free lifestyle with my family but it's expensive and limiting but we have cut out quite a bit. I was a teacher before I stayed home with my boys and I had numerous kids that didnt have ADD after switching to gluten free. I did so much research after that cause I was so interested. I found do much out- our bodies aren't even meant to digest these foods and they provide no nutritional value! There is a great spectrum from a gluten allergy to just mild... And when I don't eat it even for a day I have more energy and feel less bloated! It's crazy!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12746732189914921301noreply@blogger.com