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(Message started by: els on May 8^th, 2003, 6:18pm)

Title: Like Elaine on Seinfeld
Post by els on May 8^th, 2003, 6:18pm

You know the episode where Elaine is judging men as to whether they are spongeworthy or not? That's how I feel some nights when I feel an attack coming on. I've only got so many pills so I have to decide if I think it's going to be a bad one or not. Is it pillworthy or can I tough it out? Is it worth a full pill or a half a pill?
This whole insurance thing sucks! None of us deserve to have to do this. We should have what we need when we need it. Maybe we can get this changed eventually if we all keep at it. els

Title: Re: Like Elaine on Seinfeld
Post by Mark C on May 8^th, 2003, 6:26pm

Yep.

"Subcutaneous sumatriptan (6mg) is the drug of choice in abortive treatment of a cluster attack. It has a rapid effect and high response rate. In CH, unlike migraine, subcutaneous sumatriptan can be prescribed at a frequency of twice daily, on a long-term basis if necessary, without risk of tachyphylaxis or rebound.

However, in this era of a cost-conscious NHS, some practitioners are reluctant to prescribe this relatively expensive drug. We feel that, given the devastating morbidity associated with this excruciating pain syndrome, it is unethical to withhold treatment for cost reasons." (http://www.clusterheadaches.org/library/general/management_of_ch.htm)

Title: Re: Like Elaine on Seinfeld
Post by oringkid on May 8^th, 2003, 6:31pm

Damn, I was hoping that quote was from an insurance company....

"devastating morbidity" I like that!

Sherry

Title: Re: Like Elaine on Seinfeld
Post by jonny on May 8^th, 2003, 6:34pm

Thats where 02 comes in, Els.....Thats if it works for you.

I can abort 9 out of 10 HA's with 02 if im on it in time, the ones I cant abort are the suicide ones. Had one last nite and was crying like a baby. 2 Zomigs, ice packs and 02 couldnt touch it.

.................................jonny

Title: Re: Like Elaine on Seinfeld
Post by brain_cramps on May 8^th, 2003, 6:44pm

on 05/08/03 at 18:31:07, oringkid wrote:

"devastating morbidity" I like that!

SHIT!!! I don't!!! >:( >:( >:( >:( >:(

grant ;) 8)

Title: Re: Like Elaine on Seinfeld
Post by oringkid on May 8^th, 2003, 6:45pm

The term, not the fact of it. Sorry :-/

Sherry

Title: Re: Like Elaine on Seinfeld
Post by els on May 8^th, 2003, 7:24pm

My husband is looking into getting me O2 through the fire dept. he is in. Might not happen before this cluster ends but I damn well am going to be ready for the next one.
I'm also going to know how much Verapamil I need and have a stockpile of Zomig.
els

Title: Re: Like Elaine on Seinfeld
Post by brain_cramps on May 8^th, 2003, 7:28pm

on 05/08/03 at 18:45:57, oringkid wrote:

The term, not the fact of it. Sorry :-/

I know. ;) :-* :-*

grant 8)

Title: Re: Like Elaine on Seinfeld
Post by KingOfPain on May 8^th, 2003, 8:50pm

on 05/08/03 at 18:34:06, jonny wrote:

So sorry to hear that Bro.

No one should have to suffer like that. No one.

Here's hoping things are better for you.

KingOfPain

Title: Re: Like Elaine on Seinfeld
Post by echo on May 9^th, 2003, 9:17am

on 05/08/03 at 18:34:06, jonny wrote:

Had one last nite and was crying like a baby. 2 Zomigs, ice packs and 02 couldnt touch it.

.................................jonny

Sorry to read you were getting nailed last night. I hope today is better for you.

Title: Re: Like Elaine on Seinfeld
Post by stevek on May 9^th, 2003, 9:48am

Sorry to here you got hit Jonny. You think you have it managed and then the beast brings you to your knees.

Els. I know exactly how you feel. I have my line up of options: full and split pills, injections, O2. Will this turn into a bad one? Do I use a piece of the pill now? Do I wait? Wrong decision and you get a full hit. Use to many and you run out. Not a fun game but I guess I have accepted it.

PFD to all, stevek

Title: Re: Like Elaine on Seinfeld
Post by Ree on May 9^th, 2003, 1:28pm

Thankyou for sharing that jonny... this is the first time I have even read you mentioning pain and how hard it was... sorry you had that happen to you last night... You are one strong fellow... your friend in thong Ree

Title: Re: Like Elaine on Seinfeld
Post by vig on May 9^th, 2003, 2:28pm

stay strong, bro.

we feel for ya.

-p

Title: Re: Like Elaine on Seinfeld
Post by jonny on May 9^th, 2003, 2:38pm

on 05/09/03 at 13:28:36, Ree wrote:

Thankyou for sharing that jonny... this is the first time I have even read you mentioning pain and how hard it was...

I dont like sharing my pain Ree, I think that is the first time I posted about it in the 3 1/2 years ive been here.

Thank you all, been able to kick ass since.

.......................................jonny

Title: Re: Like Elaine on Seinfeld
Post by cbolony on May 9^th, 2003, 3:42pm

Quote:

Is it pillworthy or can I tough it out? Is it worth a full pill or a half a pill?

els i go threw the same thing but it's pill and 02 or imitrex injection and i hate to wast a injection so i let the CH ride for 10 mins then make a choice.

jonny sorry that you got hit so hard last night because you never post anything about the pain you go threw