Hello,
I want to start by saying I am awaiting referral to neurology so not yet diagnosed. Symptoms came on 2+5 weeks ago starting with numbness on left leg. I now have a multitude of new symptoms which are getting progressively worse. I’ve had migraines on and off since 2021 and GP gave me triptans and said cut out caffeine and stress. I’m a teacher for context. Fast forward to now, i have experienced worsening migraines in the past 3 weeks or so. Today I am in so much pain I cannot stand up or lift my head as it makes me physically sick. What should I do? I am currently in limbo awaiting referral but can tell I am worsening as I blacked out this morning whilst getting ready for work. The eye pain only affects one eye which is also where the pain is. Any advice would be so appreciated as I feel trapped.
Migraines. I am female, I had them for years. Hormones in my case, and stress. I was also in teaching by the way. Migraines are not strictly associated with MS. Optic migraines with aura are very common. The question is, when they go away, is your vision still affected? I think you should talk to the GP anyway. It sounds like an MRI will be needed. Are you taking anything? My doctor had previously prescribed amytriptiline. It helped a lot, also helped with the stress. Best part of taking it was that I had the best sleep ever, it cured my insomnia.
I wear reading glasses for long sightedness but have floating dots most of the time. I presented to AE yesterday for worsening mobility issues and was told to wait for neuro team referral. The GP won’t give me anything as they are awaiting neuro referral for diagnosis.