Question 1

have you ever treated complex migraine syndrome?

Accepted Answer

See neurologist: You need to see a neurologist.

There are several types of migraine headaches. A "complex migraine" is one in which there are neurological symptoms such as weakness, loss of vision, or difficulty speaking in addition to the headache. In fact, a complex migraine may be mistaken for a stroke.

Question 2

will a hospital admit me if i have a complex migraine that could be a stroke?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: What will likely happen is that you will be seen in the emergency department and get some testing to determine if it is a stroke. If there is any chance of stroke you need to go to emergency now by ambulance. Do not delay.If it is a stoke you will be admitted.

Question 3

1 side numbness / tingling waxing and waning all day for 5 weeks. neuro diagnosed with complex migraine. can it last for this long??

Accepted Answer

Migraine: Migraine usually resolves in 72 hours. I recommend you be seen again for further evaluation.

Question 4

is intense pain from a complex migraine or brain problems?

Accepted Answer

See neurologist: There are several types of migraine headaches. A "complex migraine" is one in which there are neurological symptoms such as weakness, loss of vision, or difficulty speaking in addition to the headache. In fact, a complex migraine may be mistaken for a stroke.

Question 5

i was diagnosed with a complex migraine in which ive had for almost nine weeks now. i get pain all over my body. no pain medication works, ive tried imitrex, ibuprofen etc. the doctor gave me vitamins do you think theyll work?

Accepted Answer

: Some physicians advocate taking magnesium supplements for migraine prevention. It is estimated that almost half of migraine patients suffer from a deficiency in magnesium. Considering that you've attempted multiple different medications without resolution, your doctor may be trying some alternative treatment methods in hopes that they will help.

Question 6

recent diag. of ms by pa at neurologists office.  mri: 10-12 non-specific lesions occurring over 10 years; no obands, no lesions on spinal cord or optic nerve. 2nd opinion from wfu ms clinic did not concur with ms; complex migraine. how to proceed?

Accepted Answer

: Let's assume you have had a full and thorough evaluation and that migraine has been confirmed and MS excluded.  Now, find a neurologist who focuses on treating headaches, and have your next decisions routed through that facility.  Might return to WFU, or any local clinic which could provide this intervention.

Question 7

5 weeks left side cheek, arm, leg sole of foot numbness weakness tingling. on off all day. scan no stroke. doc said complex migraine. possible?

Accepted Answer

5 weeks left numbnes: 5 weeks is a long time for a migraine . F/u/ w/ neurology consider MRI of brain r/o MS, aneurysm, chiari malformation ,  Test for lyme , Zika, chikungunya virus, c psine pathology with c spine MRI ( though cheeck is usually from the brain  ,  f/u /w/ neurology

Question 8

how do i treat a migraine?

Accepted Answer

Evaluation and meds: First, make sure it is really a "migraine" and not another type of headache.  Many people just call a bad headache a "migraine" and this is not necessarily correct.  You can try otc meds- tylenol, (acetaminophen) excedrin, antiinflammatory meds, etc.  If these don't work, then go see your doctor for a formal evaluation and start treatment options.  If it is a first time "severe" ha, get the evaluation sooner.

Question 9

are the symptoms of migraine bad?

Accepted Answer

Can be: There is a wide range of severity in patients with migraines- some are able to use over the counter pain medications and keep on with their lives, while others end up debilitated for days at a time despite using multiple strong medications.  Your doctor can help find a personalized regimen that works as well as possible.

Question 10

what's the best otc for a migraine?

Accepted Answer

Migraine: Any nsaids try Excedrin migraine if no contraindications.

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1 side numbness / tingling waxing and waning all day for 5 weeks. neuro diagnosed with complex migraine. can it last for this long??

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Is intense pain from a complex migraine or brain problems?

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I was diagnosed with a complex migraine in which ive had for almost nine weeks now. i get pain all over my body. no pain medication works, ive tried imitrex, ibuprofen etc. the doctor gave me vitamins do you think theyll work?

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Recent diag. of ms by pa at neurologists office. mri: 10-12 non-specific lesions occurring over 10 years; no obands, no lesions on spinal cord or optic nerve. 2nd opinion from wfu ms clinic did not concur with ms; complex migraine. how to proceed?

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5 weeks left side cheek, arm, leg sole of foot numbness weakness tingling. on off all day. scan no stroke. doc said complex migraine. possible?

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What's the best otc for a migraine?

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