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Posted 1/16/2013 12:31 AM (GMT 0)
I get these headaches occasionally.  They seem like sinus headaches at first, but after a while, it becomes apparent that the nerves in my head are involved, as my head becomes very sensitive (a little hard to explain) and I get generally achy all over my body, and feel a little wimpy and tired.  I generally take Tylenol, and sometimes steaming over boiling water helps (though I suspect that's when it's more of a sinus headache). I also seem very sensitive to light when these hit.

I don't know--maybe these are more like migraine headaches, which I used to get premenstrually.  They do seem more nerve-related, though, so I'm thinking that's what they are.

What works for your headache, especially when it seems to be nerve pain, like every strand of your hair is saying "ouch"?

Posted 1/16/2013 12:39 AM (GMT 0)
In desperation this summer, I got a migraine homeo pathic thing called Hylands.

I cannot take OTC stuff, due to stomah problems.

These are quick dissolve tablets. I found they helped lessen the migraine, but didn't knock it out.
Posted 1/16/2013 12:41 AM (GMT 0)
Thanks, Myself 09. Something I will definitely check out!
Posted 1/16/2013 4:05 AM (GMT 0)
You may describe these symptoms to your dr. He may decide you need to see a neurologist. My neurologist put me on antiseizure meds to control them and it really is making a difference. Good luck. I know how painful migraines could be. I hope you find a way to ease these migraines.
Posted 1/16/2013 7:40 AM (GMT 0)
I am a 63 yo guy who has had fibromyalgia symptoms for the past 20 years

At the moment I am battling with scalp pain....it feels like someone is pulling what little hair I have left .....

Can anyone offer any suggestions ?

150gm Lyrica twice daily
Posted 1/16/2013 11:44 AM (GMT 0)
Thank you, Angelic Victory. I haven't been to a neurolgist for a while, so maybe it's time to visit one. Had an appointment in the Fall because of other issues, but those resolved, so I didn't keep the appointment. Guess I should reconsider.
Just curious: Isn't Neurontin an anti-seizure med? Or Flexeril? I thought I had read that.
Posted 1/16/2013 11:44 AM (GMT 0)
Colind1: I hope someone here can help you.
Posted 1/16/2013 12:43 PM (GMT 0)
Actually had to start my Hylands last night. Headache started. I think maybe linked to to tummy issues.... I arrives often when I will be having inflammation and after eating something suspect.


Also, inherited from sister a roll-on aromatherapy oil thing with cloves. It does seem to help rolling some at base of neck and behind ears.
Posted 1/16/2013 3:58 PM (GMT 0)
Just another interesting thought-When I am active, my headache actually gets better. Just taught two classes, and it didn't bother me at all. Now, it is back full force, as I sit at my desk.

So, either mental or physical activity, or something to focus on other than the pain can be helpful.
Posted 1/16/2013 4:30 PM (GMT 0)
I get nerve referred headache if the nerves on my neck is pinched, not much can be done other than massage, muscle relaxant and pain killers.

For other headaches, I do the classic lots of fluid and sleep with help of some pain killers.
Posted 1/17/2013 12:41 AM (GMT 0)
I too get different types of headaches or headpains.

sometimes feels like sinuse pressure becaues its in the forehead and eyballs

sometimes its in the back of my head and sometimes just all over.

I too get nerve pains and twithes in the head and face that dont seem to be related to a headache.

also nerve pain in the eyelid with or with out headache.

 

Posted 1/21/2013 2:34 AM (GMT 0)
I too get "nerve" headaches it was sinus pain but then it would travel all over my head and burrow in the center of my brain. I also was very sensitive to light. I would have to turn the brightness down on my computer just to be able to keep working. I used to have migraines that would leave me completely incapacitated so I assumed these were just bad headaches. Really hot showers usually helped at least while I was in the shower. Anyway my rhum doc sent me to a neurologist who said they were migraines. She gave me Limbitrol and Midrin. I week a whole week without a headache!
Posted 1/21/2013 3:14 AM (GMT 0)
Thank you, everyone, for your input and ideas. Much appreciated! That's what I like about this forum: It's helpful, and no two ideas or suggestions are the same.

I'm doing better the last couple of days, though I had gone from the headache to a major all-over-body flare. I guess the headache was just the start. I think I may consider getting some meds if the headaches continue.
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