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I've been thinking a lot about the psychological toll CH can have on someone. Even before CH suicidal thoughts always seemed to follow me wherever i go. I always had my doubts in myself. I've always had doubts i was strong enough to be able to keep going. I had trouble coming to terms with having CH and that it even existed. The pain was always a reminder that this is real. That i have this. That too many people have this. I'm still pretty new but I'm not quite as helpless as i was before i first joined I've been finding my way. I don't have much in the way of super helpful advice for anyone or even much to say that's very noteworthy as i haven't quite gotten the hang of all this yet. Still at the very least i want to say to everyone who's new to this or that is struggling in general please hang in there. Stay strong and don't give up. We have to take this all one day at a time and keep pushing forward. You are not alone. Don't doubt yourself or your resolve. You ARE strong. I see so much unity in this community and so many people helping each other out whether it be with advice straight up emotional support or both. This is an awful thing to have but its brought many of us together. That is something and whenever i feel i have no one who understands i like to read what people are up to here. For everyone out there,you are an ox...a strong,resilient,antique breaking ox.

It's been a month since I started the regimen and I've only had 3 very mild attacks. Shadows are gone completely and I honestly don't feel like the condition is even there anymore.

That's pretty essential, the mask with the air bag (reservoir). Your mask will probably have a small circle of open holes on one side. Cover that with tape, or with your thumb, as you inhale (so you're inhaling only pure O2). Be sure you have a tight seal with the mask to your face. Cut off the strap (so if you fall asleep the mask will come off). Is your oxygen in tanks (not a machine that makes oxygen)? Also very important. And a regulator that goes up to at least 15 liters per minute. And good breathing strategy. You'll find your own strategy, but for many it's deep breaths and very forceful exhales at the beginning (almost doing a "crunch" to force air out of your lungs). Some people hyperventilate with room air for 30 seconds before their first O2 inhale. Hold the O2 in your lungs for a few beats. Look down toward your feet as you are doing it all. For many, a shot of caffeine while starting the O2 speeds the abort: could be some pre-made strong coffee; many use the 2 oz. energy shots or energy drinks. Many have found that going beyond the standard setup of the basic mask and 15 lpm makes a big difference, but let's see how it goes for you with what you have.

HEY THERE! Welcome. I'm a bit of a newbie here too though my accounts been pretty dormant. There's plenty of great people and I'm sure you'll fit right in here. I'm not as knowledgeable or experienced as most but there's plenty of advice many others here can give you.

wimp', it is good to read. As you would quickly see from your reading, the most significant thing you should have is oxygen. If you had it before and it didn't help you, you probably need to try it again, with a better system. You should almost certainly also start the vitamin D3 regimen. http://www.vitamindwiki.com/tiki-download_wiki_attachment.php?attId=7708 And, given your past experience, the numbered files in the ClusterBuster Files section might be of interest to you. Maybe look at the "Triggers" document when you're over there. There's lots more, of course, but I think those might be the current highlights for you. Ask anything, any time.

Hiya...welcome!...glad ya found us....and YUP....the key to education is reading....see one A. Lincoln.... Best, Jon