Ever since I can remember I have gotten migraines. Well about 2 years ago my doctor says take Advil during your period and then you won't get them. And don't you know she was right. However since I got the band and they said no Advil or Motrin only Tylenol I can't take anything until after I get one. Which means every month after my period I get a killer headache. I was able to get a prescription to take when they hit but it only works if I take it as soon as I get it.
Well yesterday we went on a field trip and I got one. I didn't have my meds. Then we got on a bus packed with 2nd graders with no air. I thought I was going to die. It went from a headache to a migraine to something so much worse in 20 minutes.
When we got back to school I had to lay down. I knew I couldn't take anything because I could just feel me getting ready to throw up. Laying in the nurses office with kids coming in saying hi was not fun. I texted my husband to come pick me up because it hurt so bad.
So then picture me and my trashcan outside the school throwing up. Then all the way home I threw up. My head felt like it was going to explode. I took my medicine and threw it up.
This continued for hours until my husband says I am taking you to the hospital.
We drove there i and the line was out the door. I guess people got started early on their memorial day weekend. I said no way am I sitting in there for hours throwing up in a bucket for 5 hours.
We went home and I made it through. Finally at 10:30 at night I felt relief.
All I know is I can't continue like this. First thing Monday morning I am calling my doctor to discuss my options. This is probably my biggest issue with having the band.
Take the Advil!!! My surgeon says it is ok. I take it when I get my period and haven't had any issues. He even told me to take it after my surgery. Keeping you in my thoughts!
ReplyDeleteI agree with Kerri. Sometimes you have to weigh the benefits against the risks. I took Aleve for three weeks straight the first time I had a ureter stent -- it was the only way I was able to work!
ReplyDeleteI would find out if there is an alternative to advil that would have the same effect, otherwise you may face complications- and believe me band erosion is more stressful than anything I've ever had to deal with- I had a migraine on Friday and on Saturday because of the stress so I can understand why you want to take the one thing that prevents them. I really hope you feel better!
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