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Falling for days after a migraine
I had a severe migraine on Thursday that settled behind my right eye. I went to the doctor and he gave me a shot to help relieve the pain. My vision was not good it was somewhat distorted. Friday my headache had eased up but I started having these full body jerks. I've had this happen before but this time it was happening alot and very fast. I kept dropping things, it's like my hands just give out for no reason. I also had a fall on Friday as well, it was like I just blacked out for a second and the next thing I knew I was falling. I experienced alot of moments on Friday where my legs felt like they were just giving out and I'd start to fall but then I caught myself. Today I have been experiencing the body jerks every few seconds, dropping things, and nearly falling from my legs giving
Out on me again. I'm very scared and I'm not sure if this could just be late effects from my massive migraine on Thursday or if it is something else going on. Any input is greatly appreciated.
Out on me again. I'm very scared and I'm not sure if this could just be late effects from my massive migraine on Thursday or if it is something else going on. Any input is greatly appreciated.
Other issues what would the treatment for those be? I'm currently do not have insurance and I'm not sure I can afford alot if tests etc. any advice is greatly appreciated.
Thank you so much for your post. I also have alot of tingling and numbness in my arms, hands, feet, even in my face at times. Is it possible that I could have MS? Also you mentioned intercranial hypertension and
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Since you have headaches accompanied by neurological symptoms, it could be due to benign intracranial hypertension’(BIH). This happens due to impaired CSF absorption. The other possibilities are a very high blood pressure, pinched cervical spinal nerves and transient ischemic attacks or TIA or ministroke. Please consult a doctor urgently to get this evaluated. Take care!
The medical advice given should not be considered a substitute for medical care provided by a doctor who can examine you. The advice may not be completely correct for you as the doctor cannot examine you and does not know your complete medical history. Hence this reply to your post should only be considered as a guiding line and you must consult your doctor at the earliest for your medical problem.
Since you have headaches accompanied by neurological symptoms, it could be due to benign intracranial hypertension’(BIH). This happens due to impaired CSF absorption. The other possibilities are a very high blood pressure, pinched cervical spinal nerves and transient ischemic attacks or TIA or ministroke. Please consult a doctor urgently to get this evaluated. Take care!
The medical advice given should not be considered a substitute for medical care provided by a doctor who can examine you. The advice may not be completely correct for you as the doctor cannot examine you and does not know your complete medical history. Hence this reply to your post should only be considered as a guiding line and you must consult your doctor at the earliest for your medical problem.
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