Can I ask a favor of y'all? Could you please say a prayer for my nephew Ben? He's 12 years old and has had a migraine headache for FOUR weeks. He's already missed a month of school because of it. He was even in the hospital for a couple of days while they gave him some meds through an IV and it didn't really help with the pain. He's had an MRI and it didn't show anything wrong. They're really at a loss as to what's causing the migraine. He's pretty sensitive to light right now too.
We're looking for any suggestions on how we can help Ben. If you've had migraines, or had a child that dealt with them, could you please leave a comment and share any info. on what helped with the pain? You can also email me at texasdecor88@gmail.com. I think his parents are pretty much willing to try anything at this point.
Thank you so much! We really appreciate all your prayers!
~Lisa
Oh I'm so sorry to hear that! I will definitely say a prayer for him. My SIL has had those in the past. She now drinks caffeine every morning to keep them at bay. She swears by it! I have never had one but have heard (and seen) how dibilitating they can be. I hope he gets better soon. Poor guy! He's the same age as my youngest son!
ReplyDeleteOh my gosh, that's terrible! Is he on any medication that could be causing it? That's such a silly question but you never know. Maybe it's hormone related at his age. I sure hope they figure it out. Praying!
ReplyDeleteOh- I am praying for Ben, Lisa. We talked about this before and I shared my story. I am so sorry. Has he been tested for food allergies? Allergies to something in the house? Any mold in the house or new carpeting or flooring? Those are all triggers...as is some perfumes and scents. Let us know how he is doing. xo Diana
ReplyDeleteBless his heart! Will be praying for him and the family.
ReplyDeleteGladly praying for Ben. Has he been checked for encephilitus? Please, keep posted how he is doing.
ReplyDeleteBlessings...~Sherri
Thank you, Sherri. I don't know if he's been checked for that or not. I'll ask my sister in law. I'll definitely keep y'all posted. Thank you again for the prayers, it means a lot!
DeleteI will be praying for him and his family.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Kim. I appreciate your prayers. I'll keep y'all posted on how he's doing. I hope they can figure it out soon.
DeleteI feel so bad...he's too young to have problems like this. Sending many prayers. Also sending you and email.
ReplyDeleteXO,
Jane
So sorry to read that your nephew is suffering. I will say a prayer for him and his family.
ReplyDeleteAlready praying for Ben. Keep us posted. I hope they can figure it out son. Hugs, Maria
ReplyDeleteI've been praying for him today. I can't imagine being in pain for so long and at such a young age. I recently read a blog post which intrigued me. It may be worth a try. http://unskinnyboppy.com/2014/03/time-essential-oils-stopped-husbands-migraines/
ReplyDeleteSo sorry for little Ben, will do so Lisa dear. That's tricky, if he's seen a specialist sometimes a second opinion on another one doesn't hurt. It's hard for a young man like him to suffer so much...
ReplyDeleteAll I can say is that I had it very bad and severe when I was young, but slowly it tapered off and now it happens something like once a year (and that too very mild)
ReplyDeleteIf its persisting for a month then maybe change of diet may help (I presume)
Sending prayers your way! Has he been seen by a neurologist? Sounds like pseudotumor cerebri: http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/pseudotumor-cerebri/basics/definition/con-20028792
ReplyDeleteHe has seen a neurologist. Thank you for the link. I'll look into that. Thank you so much for the prayers. :)
DeleteSo sorry to hear of his suffering. Our prayers are certainly with you. God is able!
ReplyDeleteBlessings,
Patti
So sorry to hear about your nephew. He will be in my prayers.
ReplyDeleteGood morning, I'm sorry to hear this little guy is suffering with those awful headaches! Our pastor's wife gets migraines frequently and she drinks Coke when she gets the headache. She says the caffeine helps her with the headaches. Might be worth a try for your nephew.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Mary. I think you might be on to something because several other people have also mentioned drinking Coke when they feel a migraine coming on. That's good advice. I'll let them know about it. Thank you so much for commenting! :)
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