Any Nurses In The House?

[poofy]

Dear Lord that is scary..I dont know any thing, but your in my prayers..

[Vermontcat]

From your description it sound like a lot more than just migraines.
When my cousin was 21 she blacked out a couple of times while driving and had a couple of close calls. She did have a brain tumor which was operated on and she is doing fine 20 years later.
You may want to PM Karen and Barbara because they both have some experience with brain tumors and maybe can clue you in to some of the symptoms.
If it is Pet Talk nurses you are looking for, I'm pretty sure that Tatsxxx and Sirrahbed are both nurses.
I really think you should see a doctor soon and have more tests done.
Blacking out sounds scary, what would happen if you blacked out while riding one of your favorite horses?
Sending you some hugs and get well soon wishes.

[*JTM*Coco*pi*Caramel*]

I have two years of science from university and am currently getting my nursing degree so I have some medical knowledge but I would advise going to the doctor as soon as possible. When you make an appointment say it is urgent and make sure to get a second opinion, don't let them just brush it off. These could be symptoms of many things such as a neurological condition, an eating disorder which would affect heart rate, and could involve blacking out etc., or it is possible that it is connected to your past migrains but that they are getting progressively worse over time. It's true that you couldn't rule out a brain tumor but I wouldn't jump to conclusions to quickly. The symptoms you are describing and the frequency is alarming and you shouldn't let it go any longer and get to the doctor as soon as possible. Not only is there damage done everytime this happens to you and it is stressful on your brain and system, but maybe next time it could be more serious or you'll hit your head hard on something sharp or hard when you black out. I hope all goes well at the doctor and be sure to tell him/her all of your symptoms and if necessary get a second opinion or ask if you should see a specialist. I'll be praying for you and good luck.

[Addie]

Wow, that must be hard, boy, the only migraines I ever get are when i am pms-ing...ooo...youll be in my prayers!! I Blacked out once on a horse, kinda slumped off, hit the ground and layed there like a dead mouse...eeee...ya....didn't feel good and i messed my knee up even worse!

[Karen]

My brain tumor had no symptoms at all, except for hearing loss. But though a brain tumor sounds horrifically scary, what you are dealing with is far worse. All the battery of tests are worth it when you find out what's causing the problem, and if and how it could be solved.

Make yourself a list of your symptoms, so you don't forget anything when you are there.

[catnapper]

Definately go to a doctor! I've always had migraines my whole life as well. One thing I've always done is run straiught to the doctor when they were different. My migraine file must be inches thick!

My dad started to complain about intense migraines like that. We joked and laughed that he was being a sissy (because all his life he never complained of headaches, so we figured he had a little headache) well, he went to the doctor who took it quite seriously, ordered a CAT scan (or was it MRI?) and they found he had bleeding on the brain! He was immediately admitted to ICU -- they said if he did not get there when he did, he could have died because a blood vessel in his brain was about to completely rupture!

[Daisy and Delilah]

I don't have any advice but I wanted to wish you the best in finding out what's going on. I know that wondering and worrying makes you feel worse sometimes. (((((HUGS)))))
You'll be in my thoughts and prayers