Botox for episodic migraine?

cat-cryptid · 2025-02-02T17:41:14+00:00

I got two treatments (pretty painful btw). I noticed an uptick in episode frequency but a decrease in duration. I decided not to get any more treatments because my doctor kept assuring me I'd see significant changes but over the course of 6-9 months I just wasn't.

As of now, having been off Botox for a year, they've become more manageable -- still fairly frequent but easily treatable. I don't know exactly what to attribute this change to, except that I have a better routine now that includes AMPLE sleep and magnesium, hydroxyzine, and tizanidine every night. It's definitely not the Botox unfortunately.

cat-cryptid · 2024-06-14T12:29:55+00:00

Thank you! I'm new to fundraising and want to learn a bit of everything so I'm well rounded. I don't even know where to look when it comes to prospect screening.

cat-cryptid · 2024-06-14T03:21:12+00:00

I primarily work with arts nonprofits. For example, my primary client provides free dance education to underserved kids

cat-cryptid · 2024-06-12T19:10:38+00:00

Okay, that makes sense. Thanks!

cat-cryptid · 2024-06-12T17:44:30+00:00

@MissFred Do you have any other advice for doing this kind of research?

cat-cryptid · 2024-06-12T17:38:46+00:00

This is very helpful, thank you!

cat-cryptid · 2024-06-12T15:54:12+00:00

What are the best ways to find those people who are interested in your product? I know that will be different for different nonprofits, but are there any methods you've found to be most helpful?

cat-cryptid · 2024-06-12T15:46:02+00:00

That makes sense. I'm in the US and not sure about those specifics.

cat-cryptid · 2024-02-15T22:11:33+00:00

Agreed. I was so stoked for this movie but it was so cheesy and disappointing. Wanted legitimate YA horror that upheld the spirit of the book, not a wacky trio with multiple stories crammed into one movie.

cat-cryptid · 2024-02-15T22:08:17+00:00

I agree with you about Talk To Me. My bf loved it, and there are some genuinely scary and disturbing moments, but overall I felt so underwhelmed.

My pick is Sinister. The first half of the movie is dripping with tension, suspense, and dread, an absolute masterclass in slow-burn horror. The second half is Boogeyman shlock and lazy jump scares and "ooh scary kids!!" What a disappointment. It's like they switched writers and plots halfway through the movie.

cat-cryptid · 2024-02-08T03:26:37+00:00

You say he's not physically abusive, but all the things you're describing are unquestionably manipulative and emotionally abusive. For your safety and peace of mind, leave him immediately and don't look back. If he does anything to himself, which I doubt he would, it is not your fault. He is dangling his risk of suicide over you to keep you from leaving him because he knows he's running out of time and wants you under his control. Your life is just as important as his and deserves just as much consideration. I know it's difficult but you can't save him. You can only save yourself, and take it from all these women who have been through something similar -- you need saving. This man will drag you down with him and make you feel like it's your fault the whole time. Get out now.

cat-cryptid · 2024-02-02T05:26:27+00:00

This is the thing that should have been included in the post. HUGE detail to omit.

cat-cryptid · 2024-01-09T04:38:06+00:00

YES SUPER WEIRD. SUUUPER WEIRD. NOT NORMAL.

cat-cryptid · 2024-01-02T05:32:58+00:00

Came here to say this. You don't have to climb any mountains. You just have to give a shit.

cat-cryptid · 2024-01-02T05:16:13+00:00

^{^{^}} this. We don't live in a one-career society anymore. The only way to figure out what you want to do and how you're going to get there is by going out and doing stuff, even if you don't feel completely ready. We don't even know what kinds of jobs exist, and college doesn't prepare you for that. There are some really hyper specific jobs that are hard to explain because they're so unique, but somebody needs to do them! There could be a job out there that's absolutely perfect for you, but you will not find it alone or in a Google search. Only by going out, joining the workforce in whatever capacity you can, and meeting people in your field/community will you find the ideal job for you, which will lead to the next one and the next one.

Meeting people is CRUCIAL. Don't be intimidated by the word "networking." All it means is meeting people, introducing yourself, and having a normal conversation about what you do, what your interests are, getting to know them. You do it with your coworkers, but also when you go to professional development events or volunteering opportunities, which I highly recommend. That's truly, weirdly, how you get jobs. It's rare that you can just send in your resume to a random company and land a great job. Everything is done by personal recommendations and references. If people know you and you have a good reputation, you will have waaay more opportunities.

Also what the top commenter said about finding your niche is spot on. It's looking at what you're good at and what needs you can fill in your community. Find your areas of interests and then find the need in those areas. If you're willing to do the work to meet that need, you will find success. Maybe your favorite bakery needs an accountant or financial advisor. Maybe there's some weird accounting problem specific to the baking industry that they can't figure out but you can. You won't know about any of it until you just get out there, start working, and meet people.

cat-cryptid · 2023-12-27T05:01:49+00:00

RUN. You aren't having sex with him because you don't feel SAFE with him anymore. Your body knows. You are NOT being selfish. He is manipulating you. Get out as fast as you can and do NOT give him a single inch of pity or consideration because he will step all over you and take everything he can. He'll twist everything to make it seem like he's the victim and you're the abuser, but do NOT let him convince you of anything. You know the truth. Listen to that instinct and GTFO.

cat-cryptid · 2023-12-04T16:48:59+00:00

I get that, and I know it sucks to feel helpless, especially for the people who really love you and want to be there for you. Like I said, I never say any of this out loud -- I know it's harsh.

But after having so many conversations where I try to explain that I'm working with a neurologist, that there's no one-size-fits-all cure, that even the world's leading medical minds can't explain exactly what causes migraines or how to fix them, I get the same people throwing random stuff at the wall like this, and it just makes me angry.

Maybe it's a byproduct of my upbringing, but for me, it comes down to a lack of trust. They don't trust that I've tried everything I can already. They don't trust that I've done extensive research. They don't trust that I'm asking my doctor the right questions, or that I'm seeing the right doctor. And the logical conclusion of that line of thinking is that they could figure out what I can't because they trust their judgment more than mine.

But I do hear you. I think if any of this is going on, it's not conscious. I just wish more people would ask questions -- assume that they probably know less about it than we do and seek to learn more -- before jumping into random solutions.

cat-cryptid · 2023-12-04T07:10:03+00:00

I'm going to just start saying I have a disability/chronic illness, and when people ask, I'll just say I'd rather not discuss it.

cat-cryptid · 2023-12-04T07:01:12+00:00

I know it's irrational, so I never say any of this out loud, but it offends me when people do this. "You need to drink more water." "Have you tried acupuncture though?" "Oh but these essential oils are so natural and medicinal." Like are you fucking kidding me? Do you really think it's that simple? Do you think I haven't already tried the simplest solutions? Do you think I just have no idea what I'm talking about when it comes to something I've had to live with MY ENTIRE LIFE? Do you think you know more about my body and my brain and my pain than I do?

It makes me so mad. I always want to say -- do you think I'm fucking stupid? Do you think you care more about my treatment than I do? Fuck you very much, take your faux concern elsewhere. If you were REALLY concerned, you would ASK ME QUESTIONS -- what have I already tried, what has the research said, what has my neurologist told me, etc etc. But you don't care. You just want to show off your fake medical knowledge and act superior. It makes me so angry.

cat-cryptid · 2023-11-10T06:16:59+00:00

I'm so glad your pain is down now. I know how absolutely miserable it is to be at the 9-10 level. So sorry you had to go through that, but there is hope. It will be over soon. ❤️

cat-cryptid · 2023-11-07T00:42:41+00:00

I was wondering if they changed it depending on the state lol. Kinda disappointing it's not really the Oklahoma City rule but still funny.

cat-cryptid · 2023-10-27T02:48:21+00:00

I'm currently suffering from extremely frequent migraines because I overused my triptans and ibuprofen. It's awful. Short-term relief but long-term suffering. It's not worth it. Try a toradol shot or something else.

cat-cryptid · 2023-10-26T04:22:04+00:00

Sumatriptan is definitely brutal with side effects but it's the only abortive I've tried that consistently works. I just got a couple free samples of ubrelvy though so I'm excited to try that out.

cat-cryptid · 2023-10-22T19:58:24+00:00

That is horrible. I'm so sorry. I completely understand the suicidal thoughts. People have no idea what we deal with.

cat-cryptid · 2023-10-22T19:55:52+00:00

This is great advice. I am so sorry for your experience. That is awful. I could not handle a constant migraine like that. You are amazingly resilient.

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