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Title: Allow myself ...to introduce myself Post by Turts on Apr 27th, 2003, 11:28pm Gday, my name is Turts.......and I'm a CH sufferer... Sorry about the AA metafor, but it seemed appropriate. Prior to discovering this site, I thought I was the only one. But now, the knowledge that there are, unfortunately others, provides much moral support. I have had episodic CH for 10 yrs and it seems that each episode occurs sooner than the one before. Until last night I considered myself lucky, as I only ever suffered k8 or less. However the dreaded 10 has found my address, and is now trying to reside with me. Thanks to all who create and maintain this site.It has provided more support that the horde of doctors whose waiting rooms I have trampled. |
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Title: Re: Allow myself ...to introduce myself Post by Charlie on Apr 27th, 2003, 11:44pm Welcome aboard. You are definitely not alone. I was dumbfounded to find so many. Mine have been gone for 12 years but it's fun meeting and hopefully helping, others. Here is my thing. I'd be a bigger basket case without it. Give it a shot. Dr. Wright's Circulatory Technique This is not transcendental meditation, imagery, relaxation, or anything psychic. It's entirely physical and takes a lot of work and concentration. Give this method a good workout. It’s not a miracle, but it’s been helpful to many. When I was diagnosed, my neurologist said to treat this as a vascular problem. I was told to concentrate on “redirecting” blood circulation in order to retard flow to the head. This is done by trying to “send” blood into the arms and hands or other extremities. When properly done, your hands will become warm and redder with increased circulation. I also found it easier to concentrate on one hand. This relieves just slightly, the pressure on the affected vessel, which indirectly causes our pain. We all have this ability but it can be exhausting. I was often able shorten my attacks from about half an hour to no more than a few minutes. Sometimes, when awake, I could entirely abort the attack IF I KEPT AT IT. Often, I would suffer only minor discomfort instead of excruciating pain. Do not stop just because your hands are warm or redder. Keep this up until you are sure it's subsided. If you let up or lose concentration, it’s very hard to restart this process. It may take some time but when this works, the relief is almost immediate. I learned this from the doctor in a few minutes. He simply told me to try to keep blood away from the head. He thought it easiest to concentrate on the arms and hands but any place that works for you is fine. He said to think of it as "filling your hands" with redirected blood. It’s important to keep at it THROUGH the pain. This will be difficult, but it’s the only way this technique will work. Don’t let up until you are sure the attack has ended. This will not always work, but I think it will always have at least some effect on the severity and duration of the attacks. It can be useful between medications or while waiting for some other drug to take effect. All it takes is a little practice. It was fairly easy to learn and what I'm writing here is more than I got from the doctor, as I've drawn from my own experience. When awakened in horrible pain, it’s very hard to focus, but I think it’s always worth a try. This costs nothing but hard work, is harmless, non-invasive, and it gives us a fighting chance. I wish you the best of luck - Charlie Strand |
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Title: Re: Allow myself ...to introduce myself Post by Mark C on Apr 28th, 2003, 12:19am Hi there, Welcome to the University of ClusteropolisTM. Here you can obtain you PHD in PFD ! |
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Title: Re: Allow myself ...to introduce myself Post by Drk^Angel on Apr 28th, 2003, 1:00am Welcome to the board! Sorry that the beast have stuck your cranium on a spike, and is beating it with a flaming, acid coated stick as if it was a piñada or something. Welcome to the family! Good luck! PFDAN................................ Drk^Angel |
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Title: Re: Allow myself ...to introduce myself Post by ZAIRA on Apr 28th, 2003, 1:33am Just wanted to say HELLO and WELCOME HOME.... Now, you are not alone! Stay with us!! Wishing you PFDAN, Zaira ;) |
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Title: Re: Allow myself ...to introduce myself Post by Roxy on Apr 28th, 2003, 6:52am Welcome to the board, you are definitely in the right place. Lots of good people, and lots of good information. PFDAN, Tracey |
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Title: Re: Allow myself ...to introduce myself Post by jimbo on Apr 28th, 2003, 7:40am Hi Turts and welcome. You will find much useful information on this site as well as many caring people. Three things to remember about this site: #1 jonny is King! #2 jonny is King! #3 jonny is King! ;D ;D ;D Seeya, Jimbo |
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Title: Re: Allow myself ...to introduce myself Post by catlind on Apr 28th, 2003, 8:02am Welcome aboard Turts. Sorry you had need to find us, but you've found a great home here in clusterville. DJ is our creator and all the members of the board have helped to do much for the many sufferers that reside here. Pull up a seat and tell us about the things you've tried :) Cat |
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Title: Re: Allow myself ...to introduce myself Post by cathy on Apr 28th, 2003, 9:42am Hi Turts ..... W E L C O M E...!!! Cathy :) |
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Title: Re: Allow myself ...to introduce myself Post by echo on Apr 28th, 2003, 9:48am Turts, Sorry to read that the beast has found yet another person to stomp on. Glad you found us. Welcome to clusterdome. |
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Title: Re: Allow myself ...to introduce myself Post by cbolony on Apr 28th, 2003, 11:01am Turts welcome to the board ,only one thing i can tell you is read read read everything this site has to offer |
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Title: Re: Allow myself ...to introduce myself Post by firebrix on Apr 28th, 2003, 3:06pm Greetings and Welcome Turts! Good to meet you but sorry you need the site. Wishing you PFDAN firebrix |
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Title: Posted to yRe: Allow myself ...to introduce myself Post by Wendy the Brit on Apr 29th, 2003, 5:04pm Hello Turts! (Why Turts???) Posted to you elsewhere. It feels bad being new for a while but I promise it gets easier :) Just hang in there and join in. You aren't alone any more Wendy |
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Title: Re: Allow myself ...to introduce myself Post by don on Apr 29th, 2003, 6:09pm Quote:
Are you a man of wealth and taste ? |
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Title: Re: Allow myself ...to introduce myself Post by Callico_Kid on Apr 30th, 2003, 11:55pm Welcome aboard, I know how you feel about finding this place. I suffered for twenty four years bfore Ifound this site, and the last year, although I have gone chronic, has been easier to take because of the knowledge I have gained here. The encouragement, answers to questions, and rotflaughs are priceless. Tell us about yourself, and use the buttons on the left to explore the site. A crazier, better bunch of people you will not find anywhere. jc |
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Title: Re: Allow myself ...to introduce myself Post by oringkid on May 1st, 2003, 12:01am Welcome to the board! The best place anywhere for info on Clusterheadaches. Lot's of great people here! Sherry |
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Title: don Post by rumplestiltskin on May 1st, 2003, 1:30am he fergot to say "please" |
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Title: Re: Allow myself ...to introduce myself Post by don on May 1st, 2003, 2:33pm Quote:
He did didn't he? Guess it's not him. |
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Title: Re: Allow myself ...to introduce myself Post by cootie on May 2nd, 2003, 11:29pm Welp....hello turts......better late then never I always say Pam |
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Title: Re: Allow myself ...to introduce myself Post by Ted on May 2nd, 2003, 11:53pm on 04/28/03 at 08:02:36, catlind wrote:
Resistance is futile! on 04/28/03 at 07:40:38, jimbo wrote:
As is ass kissing. |
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