BoscoPiko
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It's been over a year since my husband and I lost our fur kids (broke our hearts indeed). My husband hasent been the same evwr since. The quiet house and lack of a reason to get outside and do something other then grind away working was taking a serious toll on his heart (I wasn't quite ready) but couldn't deny his need. We found a reputable lab breeder and the rest is history
Meet Neo and Aimon (brother and sister)
I hope their picks bring a smile to your face. Wishing all my cluster friends are staying in the clear and excited for the holidays!
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Just an FYI that the link is bad. 404 not found error.
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Hi Mike,
Sorry to hear that the headbangers are back... It's always a serious bummer to read about this sort of situation. Attached is a PDF of the D3 Quick Start guide. There has been some good discussions on splitting your trex injections as most find that they get the same relief with a half dose and this method helps to reduce overuse.
There are other resources on here if you are open to less conventional methods to manage your bangers (Blue ribbon at the top-New users please read here first). I hope this passes soon!!
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I haven't gotten through all of this yet @Craigo but great write up so far!
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It makes me feel hopeful that more neurologist are becoming educated and familiar with CH. It's good progress for us bangers. Thanks for the share.
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4 hours ago, Tony Only said:
regular use and especially over-use of triptans rendering oxygen ineffective.
First I have read of this and very good to know!
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9 hours ago, Shaun brearley said:
Was that quite well enough @BoscoPiko
sorry took time to replay on holiday in Bulgaria 
hope you well and pain free at present
Yep yep, nice and informative
Cant complain pain wise. Hope all is well with you 2!
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28 minutes ago, DanP said:
thanks for the replys! Hopefully last night was an anomaly and it will work as it normally does tonight. Shaun- why do you say that triptans are a nightmare? I've heard that before, but they do work- at least for me- are the side effects really bad? I haven't noticed anything but have always been careful to not use more than once a day.
As much as I want to reply to this I'm going to wait for @Shaun brearley because he explains it quite well.
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I haven't read anything about triptan use reducing the effectiveness of O2. Are you using the same provider? My first thought tends to want to lean toward a bunk tank or possible wear and tear of your existing set up? I'm sure you know the basics of O2 usage (suggested LPM's/mask type & breathing techniques etc.) but maybe it's time to change up your intake method? I've had many discouraging and maddening experiences with O2. Some that included me being convinced it just didn't work anymore and some where I was sure it caused the attack to ramp up. In the end I discovered a few things, some of which you mentioned (the sooner the better), the breathing technique that worked last time is not guaranteed to work this time and a quick gulp of something caffeinated prior goes a long way.
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17 hours ago, Bejeeber said:
Just spotted: A quick response Avatar update, with DOUBLE BARREL KITTIES - both shoulders!
All is suddenly sooo doubly right in the avatar world, proof that AI can indeed be used for good.
Double barrel meow meows!!! All is rt with the world now
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4 hours ago, CHfather said:
Aww big sigh of instant relief! Fabio's cool but Fabio with sholder kitty.. 2 cool for school.
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3 hours ago, CHfather said:
Just as an aside to my post above, I have been using AI lately for complicated work projects with amazing results. If you haven't messed with AI yet, I'd suggest just going to ChatGPT.com and using the free version. I had pasted an image below, but it doesn't seem to show up. I asked ChatCPT to take a photo of me that I supplied and dress it up for my avatar, which you can see, This is completely trivial but an example of fun you can have. A more complex example, I asked it to give me a list of all Chicago Public Library branches located within a state legislative district (state house or state senate) where the legislator has a Hispanic surname. There are about 80 branch libraries and about that number of total state representatives, so you might imagine how long it could take to do this the old-fashioned way. With one more query, I had an answer in less than three minutes (about 90% correct). Or, if you ask about the best ways to treat CH, or the pluses and minuses of using psychedelics to treat CH, you'll get a perfectly good answer in a few seconds.
Great stuff CHF but I'm seriously missin the kitties after that Fabio, jail break, sawed off one z image
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3 hours ago, Snowflake said:
I go to the beach a lot. Whilst there I never get attacks or shadows the entire time.
I wonder if this might have anything to do with the amount of negative ions generated by the surf? I know it sounds silly and no I'm not a hippy chick or anything (nothing against them I'm just not one
). It sort of makes sense when you think about the fact that humans are primarily made of atoms and molecules, with ions having a role in the biological process of things like nerve impulse transmission, muscle contraction etc. Ions are basically atoms that have gained or lost electrons, resulting in a net electrical charge. Anyhoo just a thought. Full geek out moment over!
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You could try some ice packs for the swelling. The ice might help to numb the pain a bit as well. The PTSD/Anxiety is a beach! I struggle with it all the time even when I'm in the clear. The one thing that I have found that helps is exercise and staying busy. I know some can't exercise without worry of an attack while others will use it as an abort. Ever since I was able to get a break from a particularly looong attack by jumping on the treadmill, it's been something that I do when I have bad shadows. Sorry I've not got much to help on this one. I hope your head clears up soon!!!
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1 hour ago, CHfather said:
(The actual line between "sometimes" and "frequently" seems much blurrier to me than the line between "frequently" and "always.")
Agreed. The "Sometimes" was a bit frustrating because you are forced to go with that selection even if your response would have been "Never".. That aside, my top three were anancastic, anxious and dependant. The dependant one was a bit funny to me because my husband swears all the time "you have your mind made up and there's no talking sense to you"!!
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10 hours ago, Craigo said:
You know there is an obvious trend on the CB forum where members enlist a feline as their profile picture. Maybe I missed the memo.
I don't think it was ever meant to be a trend... Jeeb has had that profile pic since I joined the CB site and CHF changed his a while back (not sure why but assume it was in an attempt to look more cute)
My profile image for social media stuff has always been of Bosco my late Abyssinian cat (coolest cat in the world)! Sorry to hear about the loss of your pup that's always hard. I lost my Abby Doo (lab mix) and Bosco (Abby cat) not to long ago and still have a rough time with it. Any animal profiles (except reptiles) are welcome in my book:) Thanks for the link. I'll give it a go and see just how bonkers I really am
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Thanks for posting this @Craigo. Definitely something to chew on. I'm down for the Google Sheet poll. In all fairness though, I have to point out that these studies were conducted "after" the individuals were afflicted with either CH or migraine so I can't help but think that the trait outcomes being listed are skewed because who wouldn't be a bit paranoid, schizoid, depressed and anxious after dealing with a good ol fashioned brain arse kicking? I get that it would be hard to conduct the test prior (say on those with a higher likelihood of developing one or the other) but life changes after CH...
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Hey @Snowflake. Sorry to hear of the rough go at things! As for mental disorders, understand that they can manifest late in some unfortunate folks.. While late 20's is the most common, late teens are subject as well. As @Bejeeber and @Shaun brearley have expressly stated it may be time to sit with a professional. No one should have to deal with feeling like they are not in control of their own feelings or as if the feelings they are having don't belong to them. Your mention of not being in the "Driver's Seat", Folkes noticing a change in your behavior and the feeling of being watched are a bit of a red flag that something is out of balance (possibly a chemical imbalance) (Not uncommon). None of these things are incurable, but are best dealt with by professionals which we are not. We are all here, ready to help should you need.
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Every thought and opinion helps. I appreciate you sharing!
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Hi @dehabel,
Sorry to hear your bangers are back. Unfortunately from what I've read it's somewhat common after coming off a steroid taper. I haven't read any promising reports about Emgality but you can search the threads by using the search function at the top of each forum page. Do you have oxygen to help get you through? Are you taking any other preventives?
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Hi @dehabel,
Sorry to hear of the extended cycle you're going through. Unfortunately it's not uncommon in the "clusterverse". Tons of variables could be the culprit for this happening. Not sure where you are located but here in CA it's high allergy season which can be a trigger of sorts. My last cycle that was extended from 4 to 6/7 months occured during a terrible fire that chocked out clean air for most California's. Im not sure what you're injecting when you say sometimes you take a shot but im assuming some sort of triptans? If that is the case you may want to research how to split the dose as triptans can also extend a cycle. You did not mention what you are doing to prevent cycles so I feel it necessary to mention the D3 regimen as well as busting which you can read about more on this site if it interests you.
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1 hour ago, Bejeeber said:
Especially going by @BoscoPiko's reaction, not willing to put my money where my mouth is and even give that a single viewing.
Made the ugly yellow spiders in my bad dream seem cute!!
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19 minutes ago, CHfather said:
People! Your worlds are way too small.
Cooking Tarantula with Unique Style and Delicious Eating | Cooking Special Insects
Ok now that was horrifying!
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So strange to wake up and read this after having bad dreams all night about being in a house infested with big ugly yellow spiders (by product of all the time I've spent in the greenhouse latley i think). In my dream I was trying to vacuum them up, in hindsight I guess I should have been getting my snack on....
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Non-CH Related (Animal Update for my CH Pals)
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Thank you Jeeb! Holy cow, yes they both came with clob hoppers for feet.. .....enormous! I'm pretty sure we just brought to future whales into our home
They have filled our house with all the things that have been missing (and then some)!