Posted by irene on August 25, 1998 at 21:00:40:
In Reply to: Update on Cluster Headaches and Ritalin Therapy posted by Dr. Gary A. Mellick on August 25, 1998 at 09:02:49:
Dr.Mellick...Thank you again for sharing your knowledge and compassion. I am heading up to Mayo's HA clinic in 10 days and am hoping to convince them into a trial of Ritalin. I am excited and optimistic. Its wonderful to think that there could be a new "hope" out there.
Your point regarding the misdiagnosis of clusters was interesting. Does some of the cluster variants or chronic paroxysmal hemicrania abort with 02 also? Initially, I would obtain relief with O2 but unfortunately it does not provide me with any significant effect. Imitrex SQ is a life saver but the other pharmeuticals are ineffective.
We are always searching for the magic answers!
Another interesting medication is Inapsine. Have you had any experience with IV administration for aborting clusters? I have had this several times and was fairly effective though temporary. There is apparently a "new protocol" out.
Thank you again...irene notz