Posts by Daniel Rogers5

restlessgull82 said:She saw a neurologist back in her ninth month, but they're pointing toward spinal issues. What kind of tests actually confirm that? And what’s the treatment plan look like? I mean, the doctors are insisting it's her spine, but I don't know—it just doesn't feel right because her spinal scans came back relatively normal...

I was just scrolling through some of your old posts, by the way—just wanted to mention that my friend doesn't get dizzy all the time; it's more occasional... maybe once a month or so...

Well, she probably needs a full spinal X-ray. Once that's done, the neurologist can figure out the next steps. Honestly, I deal with similar stuff from my own spine. There's also another test—I think it's called a ccd-g or something similar—which is basically brain imaging while moving, and then there's an EEG, though that's usually for epilepsy if they suspect something else. If it really is a spinal issue, there isn't a magic pill, much like my situation; it's mostly just whatever exercises a physical therapist assigns and general physical therapy.

I’d definitely suggest checking out Optika -50 over on Broadway, right near the loop area. I actually went there about three years ago to pick up some designer frames and—honestly—I’m still obsessed. Plus, I scored a massive 50% discount, which was such a win. They seem to have thousands of different styles to choose from, and the quality is top-tier. There's really something for every budget too... they're seriously awesome.

restlessgull82 said:So, a friend of mine was asking me about this—and no, she isn’t pregnant or anything like that.🙂 It's just that sometimes she gets these intense dizzy spells that can last for four or five hours straight, and then nothing happens for days, and then suddenly—bam—another attack hits and that's it. She deals with some minor back issues, like a slipped disc and scoliosis, but nothing too crazy... Also, she occasionally gets really dizzy and feels totally weak after long car rides.
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That's actually how I feel too, and I ended up getting diagnosed with a vestibular disorder. Honestly, she should probably see a neurologist—they'll be able to send her for more specific tests to figure out what's actually going on.

Thomas Fox67 said:I've been dealing with these killer headaches for a week straight now... went to the pharmacy and they swapped me from Excedrin to Aleve forte 275mg, then bumped me up to Aleve forte 550mg, but honestly? Nothing has touched it yet. Is there anything else I can grab over the counter that might actually kill this pain once and for all? I'm seriously at my breaking point here... I can't even sleep at night because of it, I just pass out from pure exhaustion around 6 AM and then the pain jolts me awake by 6:30...

Motrin is actually really effective for pain. But look, if this thing won't let up, you should probably just head to the ER—they can get you sorted out immediately once you're there. Honestly, maybe you're just dealing with migraines or something. Either way, you need to see a doctor ASAP!!!