WOMENS-HEALTH Messages for October, 1997: Re: preparing for pregnancy

Re: preparing for pregnancy

From: AnnMarie (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Mon, 20 Oct 1997 14:57:41 +0000

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> Date: Mon, 20 Oct 1997 10:20:04 -0500
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> From: stephani@bc.cybernex.net (stephanie)
> To: Multiple recipients of list <womens-health@talk.obgyn.net>
> Subject: preparing for pregnancy

> Hi. My husband and I are planning to start "trying" in 5 or 6 months.
> With this in mind I have been trying to get in shape, change my diet...
> everything I should have done long ago. One thing I am struggling with
> is very debilitating migraines. I saw a neurologist today to ask what I
> can do since I will have to stop taking all of my medications at least a
> month or two before I actively try. He basically said that since there
> are no avoidable triggers in my case, that I will just have to deal.
> Easier said than done. I was hoping someone could tell me if there are
> any acceptable migraine medications for use during pregnancy, and how
> long before pregnancy should I be "med-free"? Any other suggestions or
> advice would be greatly appreciated. Thank You!
>

I can't help you much with medication part, but I can sympathize with you on the migraines. I had my first migraine just months ago and ended up at the ER (so much for that experience--lousy doctor, long story) All I've been give by my regular doctor is Tylenol #3 and a prednisone to take for the bouts. Thankfully, this happens infrequently.

I know how horrible these can be. The effects can last for days afterward. Have you asked your ob/gyn what would be a safe alternative? You doctor would have the best knowledge of what is safe. I wish you luck!

--
AnnMarie Walsh

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