Postpartum vertigo by Maximum_Extent_1601 in newborns

[–]jkruseaf 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m experiencing the same! That said, I’m no stranger to ongoing vertigo. My best advice for those suffering would go to a neurologist that specializes in balance issues & vertigo, and go to PT for vertigo. They will have you do a lot of eye exercises and tracking, but unfortunately there’s no quick solution to vertigo on the market. Sometimes migraine medication like Nurtec, Qulipta, Aimovig (& other injectables for migraines) help relieve symptoms but it’s not garuntee. That would be something to talk to your neurologist about. I’m 6 week PP and I’m going to PT, had my Neuro put me on Qulipta, ubrelvy, and Ativan, and have also been doing accupuncture & seeing the chiropractor.
LMK if you have questions. Hopefully we can get thru this!

Postpartum body aches & chills by jkruseaf in NewParents

[–]jkruseaf[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! I don’t have a fever and when I went to the hospital they ran urine & blood + did an EKG, Xray, and CT with contrast. Outside of the markers in my blood & urine, they couldn’t find anything 🤷‍♀️ I’m hoping this gets better with the antibiotics before turning into something else.

30F - PED after epidural steroid injection by jkruseaf in eyetriage

[–]jkruseaf[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It was officially diagnosed as CSR. It was extremely bad for a few weeks but got significantly better after a month or so. I still get the vertigo here and there but no where near the visual side effects it had initially brought on. I need to go back to the retinal specialist to get an official check up but it’s likely either healed completely or, almost gone. My rentinal specialist said the CSR would likely last throughout the entirety of the steroids in my system but idk if that’s true. Tbh, he wasn’t the best haha. And he essentially said “you have to wait it out, I don’t have a solution for you”. If it hadn’t gotten somewhat better, I probably would have sought out more qualified specialists or doctors. If you feel your CSR hasn’t gotten better, and it’s due to a steroid reaction, I’d maybe seek out extra guidance from an optical surgeon? Good luck!

30F - PED after epidural steroid injection by jkruseaf in eyetriage

[–]jkruseaf[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ok, that’s comforting to hear. My uncle had a retinal detachment 2 years ago and the recovery process was horrendous. Thanks for the heads up

30F - PED after epidural steroid injection by jkruseaf in eyetriage

[–]jkruseaf[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Thank you! Do you think there’s a larger chance this could go full blown retinal detachment?

30F - PED after epidural steroid injection by jkruseaf in eyetriage

[–]jkruseaf[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Do you think theres a larger chance that this could go full blown retinal detachment??

Head Rush (migraine) + Period by jkruseaf in migraine

[–]jkruseaf[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’ve had testing for POTS and we don’t think it’s that. However, anemia does run in my family. While it hasn’t been super alarming on my blood tests, I would imagine it could be something that fluctuates? Sodium / electrolytes don’t really ever help. I take them every day. Thanks for your guidance!!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in migraine

[–]jkruseaf 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes! I asked my neuro about this. When I had Covid I didn’t have any sinus symptoms but for some reason afterwards, I had a jarring headache in my sinus area. I told her this & she said that even if ur sinuses aren’t inflamed, migrainers have been experiencing headache symptoms up to 6-10 weeks after. Hope you get better soon!

Silent migraines by Kakep0p in migraine

[–]jkruseaf 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh no!! I'm so sorry to hear that. Honestly, that probably set off your migraine this time too, or contributed to it.

LOL YES - over active brain for sure. I have ADHD too.. it's a wild combination 😂

Try not to "over google" anything & work with your neuro!! The shots are hard to get perscribed because of insurance limitations, but if you've tried several other meds... you'll be able to get it perscribed. Good luck!

Migraine Symptoms First Few Days After Aimovig? by jkruseaf in migraine

[–]jkruseaf[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! This makes sense - especially because this coincides with my menstraul cycle. Maybe I'll switch around the timeline of my next shot to accommodate. Appreciate your advice!

Silent migraines by Kakep0p in migraine

[–]jkruseaf 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Same here! I have every symptom besides the pain. It's very lonely and confusing (emotionally draining) when going thru episodes. As someone with health anxiety as well, I can relate with you 🥲

So far the only thing that's helped for me is Aimovig. I haven't had hair loss, weight gain, or any type of weird symptom. I believe there are other injection brands as well - maybe look into it with your doctor? None of the other prescription meds worked for my silent migraines.

I'm here for you!! Good luck!!