scottr1966 Posted June 8, 2010 Posted June 8, 2010 I hear a lot of talk about alcohol being a trigger but I have not found that to be the case with me. I have been diagnosed with cluster variant and I do not, and never have, suffered multiple acute headache attacks in one day. I live with a constant "shadow" which will, at times, gradually escalate to a kip 8 or 9. Based on the kip scale, I don't think I ever had a 10. I humbly admit I don't appear to be in the same league as some of you as far as pain levels. Don't get me wrong, when I get hit hard, it's just awful and can last for hours. I have found that I can drink several beers and maybe throw in a shot of tequila and I don't get triggered. Is everyone here on the wagon when in a cycle? Just curious 8-) Thanks Scotty Quote
Mad6string Posted June 9, 2010 Posted June 9, 2010 I know that even when I'm not in cycle I can't get through the first beer before getting hit. > Quote
johnny Posted June 9, 2010 Posted June 9, 2010 its a trigger for me but Aussie brian on CH.com says its an abortive for him Quote
DSoranno83 Posted June 16, 2010 Posted June 16, 2010 Oh my is it a trigger for me, i had to say goodbye to wine and dark beer for good, i can do one light (lager) beer, but i pay for it dearly, depending on how my day went, sometimes it's worth it. Quote
SandyC Posted June 17, 2010 Posted June 17, 2010 If in cycle - I will not touch alcohol in any way shape or form Out of cycle - meet me at the bar! Since I've been pain free for a little over four years using the seeds, the bar is probably where you would want to meet me. Sandy Quote
Stump BeefKnob Posted June 18, 2010 Posted June 18, 2010 It hasn't been a regular trigger for me, but I do remember one cluster that was exacerbated by hard alcohol. Beer is always good for what ails (ales) you though Quote
Heavy Metal Posted June 22, 2010 Posted June 22, 2010 Alcohol kicks my ass when im in cycle, hasnt done anything to me out of cycle that I know of or started any up. But what I DO remember about alcohol when I was in cycle is that they gave me the worst hits ive ever had in my life. Alcohol scares me to the point that I havent drank in decades. Quote
davidj Posted June 23, 2010 Posted June 23, 2010 MAJOR trigger for me when in cycle, no effect when I am not, that is why you will see a lot of busters do the "beer test" to see if the remission has taken, luckily for me I passed my test last week LOL. Quote
Chad Posted June 23, 2010 Posted June 23, 2010 Beer is a great tool to test if my cycle is over. Otherwise, a couple sips into any alcohol is a guarantee cluster. Quote
Heavy Metal Posted June 23, 2010 Posted June 23, 2010 lol Congrats David, god I remember my drinkin days, they hurt alot, but they were fun too... Quote
Lee_Ann Posted June 23, 2010 Posted June 23, 2010 My husband has been chronic since the first attack in 2003. In the beginning, alcohol was not a trigger. He began taking Verapamil and Lithium in 2007. It worked for 2 1/2 years and he could drink alcohol with no problem. In January this year, the Verapamil and Lithium stopped working and alcohol also became a trigger. He started bustin in April and had the first drink since January last Saturday night. No headache ;D Lee Ann Quote
davidj Posted June 23, 2010 Posted June 23, 2010 Lee Ann, We call your husbands the "Jack Daniels" test LOL :) David Quote
birdman Posted June 24, 2010 Posted June 24, 2010 Cant wait to get past this cycle as alcohol is a big trigger for me. I can actually taste my first beer, it is already picked out and the glass is sitting on the bar waiting patiently. Will find its way to the freezer when I am ready. Quote
Stump BeefKnob Posted June 24, 2010 Posted June 24, 2010 Cant wait to get past this cycle as alcohol is a big trigger for me. I can actually taste my first beer, it is already picked out and the glass is sitting on the bar waiting patiently. Will find its way to the freezer when I am ready. Just out of curiosity, what kind of beer is it? Sorry, I am a total beer snob Quote
Stump BeefKnob Posted June 24, 2010 Posted June 24, 2010 Cant wait to get past this cycle as alcohol is a big trigger for me. I can actually taste my first beer, it is already picked out and the glass is sitting on the bar waiting patiently. Will find its way to the freezer when I am ready. Just out of curiosity, what kind of beer is it? Sorry, I am a total beer snob Quote
davidj Posted June 24, 2010 Posted June 24, 2010 My first beer last week was Blackened Vodoo, I was out with the family at a Cajun Resturant. Very nice taste to it. Quote
Jeff_007 Posted July 26, 2010 Posted July 26, 2010 HELL YES when I am in a cycle alcohol is a trigger for me!! That is how I can tell when I'm going to start a cycle. I drink one beer or glass of wine and I get my first shadows of the year. I then know the beast is going to come knocking soon. I have had my Kip 10's triggered by alcohol for the most part. I am SOOOO looking forward to busting this one so that I can take that first gulp of the season!! MMMMMM BEER! Quote
TXClusterHead Posted July 26, 2010 Posted July 26, 2010 Artois Damn, I didn't even have to read the rest of the thread, all I saw is Stella and my eyes watered. It's been too long since I've had a nice cold Stella. Damn you cycle, come to an end already! :'( > Quote
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