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Hi swtbite, It almost sounds like something is off in your back causing the pain to radiate up to the back of your head/neck.. The way you describe the pain sounds like a normal headache not a one off attack especially since you are getting some relief from ibuprofen.. I'm not big on chiropractic work but it might be worth a try in this instance..

I've seen your other posts on various threads and just wanted to follow-up on what @spinysaid with regard to micro dosing. First and foremost I'm so glad that you seem to be experiencing relief! That's so promising and makes me happy for you. Second I have to ask you to follow up on here as the general consensus has been that micro dosing just isn't enough. Most that have experienced success have taken 1 to 1.5 g. Per session which leads to a mild, maybe sometimes obvious trip with enhanced color and sensation maybe even visual distortions anyhoo .. I'm cheering for you!

Gosh darn it.. At least you caught it..

Just double checking that you meant non-rebreather..

I don't think I've seen any mention of sleeping outside helping but everyone's CH can be a bit different. It seems plausible that it might help with your circadian rhythm though.

Hi BM, That's frustrating but most likely they would not have provided you with the proper mask anyhow. You can order one on this site by going here http://www.clusterheadaches.com/ccp8/index.php?app=ecom&ns=prodshow&ref=clustero2kit or on line just make sure it's a non re-breather mask. Be careful with the triptans, they are know to extend cycles as well and cause rebound attacks. And just because it's helpful, here is a video to help you with breathing techniques.

Bump bump! Anyone! A few members have gone through serious surgerys .Sorry MIT all I can do is try and bring attention to your post.. Hang in there!

No not really unless your insurance will foot the bill otherwise they are one in the same..

Poop..early and often.. eat first even if it's just a yogurt..

Hi BM, CH can be really terrifying. As for will it get worse the answer is sometimes yes and sometimes no (not much help on that one).. Sort of the same response as above.. Unfortunately yes. Yep.. That little blue banner at the top of each forum page "new users please read here first". There is a bunch of things you can try to help you prevent them from happening and abort them when they happen. I am relieved to here that you received o2 it really can be a game changer. There is a plethora of information on this site from long time sufferers as well as those with family that have CH. You can even find videos on 02 breathing techniques, proper 02 mask types and flow levels along with all kinds of tips and tricks. I would start with the blue banner, then reading up on the D3 regimen (you will want to start this reg ASAP). Cruz this site in and out, you will find help here! My last post was about being scared my clusters were coming back so I really understand the fear as do all of us. CH is hard but It's going to be ok!!

Wow @Bejeeber great info!

I also include 1,000iu (500 am and 500 pm) of COQ10 which was mentioned by Batch at some point but I can't find the thread at the moment

Here is a copy and paste from a previous discussion about it on here. It includes all of the original regimen plus this: ***We have also had a number of CHers respond to a collection of supplements with antihistamine properties I call the Antihistamine Full Monty. It includes 3 grams/day each of Turmeric (Curcumin), Quercetin, Resveratrol and Omega-3. It also includes 250 mcg/day Selenium, 5 mg/day Melatonin (taken at bedtime) and 8 grams/day vitamin C. You can also add 500 mg.day NAC. I buy the bulk powdered vitamin C in 1Kg bags and stir two level teaspoons in 8 oz of water then take sips all day until it's gone by bedtime. It tastes like unsweetened lemonade. You can taper the first four supplements to 2 grams/day after a week to 10 days fully CH pain free. I'd stay at 2 grams/day on the first four supplements for at least a month. Dealer's choice on tapering further.*****

Hi Luis, Sorry the cluster bunny is back. I don't have much info on gabby other than to say it did not work for me. All it did was make me super sleepy while the beast raged on. You never know though, what doesn't work for one may work for another... I do recall someone on here (I think it was @Bejeeber) mentioning a study that showed an increase in suicidal tendency's not that I think you would have an issue with that especially with just trying it out. By chance have you tried the "Full Monty" D3 reg? I had to switch over from the normal regimen a while back due to allergies and it has really helped.

Hey there CE, The pain can certainly be isolating which can lend a helping hand to allow loneliness to creep in. Having supportive family like you do is so important (as you realize). Lot's of us on here to talk with so no need to allow yourself to feel so lonely prior to popping on here. Sometime just reading on here and talking to others that understand what your going through can really help keep the spirts lifted. I see by this comment that you have a wonderful sense of humor Trust me laughing at this sh*t show can be a saving grace of sorts. I hope you get your o2 and find your way out of this cycle sooner than later.

I would say start now on the loading dose and test later as a majority of the regimen is pretty gosh darn good for all of us and not considered harmful. (This is just me). I have a tendency to air on the side of "please give me relief " verses the clinical approach. Anyhow as funtimes suggests you should have levels checked but if it were ME I would start sooner than later.

LOL Jeeb.. I caught that..

Agree with @Shaun brearleybut will add the D3 Regimen as well.

Was it the register your journey one?

You don't really need to actually talk with anyone. All the data you could want is here on this one awsome sauce site!

Took it last week. Agree that we all should take it. A nudge is a nudge

He was! We were both just so happy that she was finally willing to try. We've taken her to the lake several times since she was healed up but she wouldn't even get out of the car unless we made her and wouldn't touch the water We just went again today and she loved it! Our biggest goal is her remaining quality of life. She deserves a good ending as she has brought us so much happiness! I know you know what I mean @Shaun brearleybeings your a double dog dad

It's just a "help um up" harness". She swam like back in the old days but you can see dad never left her side

I'm excited so I figured I would give a little update on my Abby girl. It's been a long half a year since her surgery with lots of highs and lows. She's an old gal so surgery was sketchy to begin with. Options were non existent seeing the tendon was severed, so surgery it was. She pulled through and got stronger with each day, started to stand and walk about quite well albeit with an orthopedic boot. She has adjusted to the boot very well which is a good thing as we recently learned that she will be in it permanently. They fixed the area that was severed but the rest of the tendon was stretched to badly to allow her to be without the boot for support. She is the goodest of good girls! Today she trusted herself to do her favorite thing of all with the boot on.. God is good!