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“Thunderclap” Migraines

Posted by fightingfibro0505 @fightingfibro0505, Aug 5, 2023

I recently started getting thunderclap migraines, only on the right side of my head. I’ve felt it on my left side once, but right side has been consistent for the last 5 days. I went to the ER yesterday… CT (no dye) came back normal and same with blood work. I’m used to migraines but new to this “electric shock” feeling in my head. Today is the 6th day I’m dealing with them.

I have discrepancies to my C3 and T6-T7 if that possibly correlates. Any suggestions?

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patsycox76o | @patsycox76o | Mar 15 5:44pm
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I experienced a sudden onset severe headache yesterday, felt like my head would explode. Had nausea/vomiting. It slowly subsided, had to lay down in darkness. Had mild headache rest of day. Have history of headaches, migraines for many yrs, never this severe. I am 68. Just read its called thunderclap headache. What to do next?

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I am so sorry I am a migraine suffer as well. I am in a suburb of Dallas, TX and we are having a strange weather day. The high was 87 and a weird weather front is moving in. The wind is so strong it has knocked out numerous power lines. I am 78 and made a big pot of sausage and Tortellini with the intention of taking it to my daughter’s home and the granddaughters were coming as well. But my migraine is so bad I don’t think I can drive in this wind. So disappointing.
I am so sorry for your migraine experience. When I was younger I thought there would be a cure… there have been many new medications but they don’t really work. 😔

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Ingegerd Enscoe, Alumni Mentor | @astaingegerdm | Mar 16 4:41am
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I experienced a sudden onset severe headache yesterday, felt like my head would explode. Had nausea/vomiting. It slowly subsided, had to lay down in darkness. Had mild headache rest of day. Have history of headaches, migraines for many yrs, never this severe. I am 68. Just read its called thunderclap headache. What to do next?

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@purple26
With that type of severe headache suddenly appearing I advice you to contact your doctor. You might need imaging since there was a change in intensity.

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purple26 | @purple26 | Mar 16 10:29am
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I experienced a sudden onset severe headache yesterday, felt like my head would explode. Had nausea/vomiting. It slowly subsided, had to lay down in darkness. Had mild headache rest of day. Have history of headaches, migraines for many yrs, never this severe. I am 68. Just read its called thunderclap headache. What to do next?

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Yes, I went in today, have head scan scheduled. Thx

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Lisa Lucier, Moderator | @lisalucier | Mar 16 4:05pm
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I experienced a sudden onset severe headache yesterday, felt like my head would explode. Had nausea/vomiting. It slowly subsided, had to lay down in darkness. Had mild headache rest of day. Have history of headaches, migraines for many yrs, never this severe. I am 68. Just read its called thunderclap headache. What to do next?

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Hi @purple26 - just wanted you to know I moved your post here so that you could chat with others who've been part of this existing discussion on Mayo Clinic Connect on thunderclap headache:

- “Thunderclap” Migraines https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/thunderclap-migraines/

Glad to see you've connected with @gloaming @bernieboy @patsycox76o @astaingegerdm.

purple26 - have you had the chance to speak to your doctor's office by phone or by portal message to report this sudden onset severe headache yesterday? If so, what was the response?

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purple26 | @purple26 | Mar 16 4:53pm
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Hi @purple26 - just wanted you to know I moved your post here so that you could chat with others who've been part of this existing discussion on Mayo Clinic Connect on thunderclap headache:

- “Thunderclap” Migraines https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/thunderclap-migraines/

Glad to see you've connected with @gloaming @bernieboy @patsycox76o @astaingegerdm.

purple26 - have you had the chance to speak to your doctor's office by phone or by portal message to report this sudden onset severe headache yesterday? If so, what was the response?

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@lisalucier Yes, I decided to go in, its what I would tell people to do. Getting a head scan on Wed, had I still had symptoms it would be sooner. I just have a lingering mild headache.

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purple26 | @purple26 | Mar 16 4:55pm

The headache was so severe and very alarming though. It was worse than any really bad migraine I've had.

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gloaming | @gloaming | Mar 16 5:42pm
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The headache was so severe and very alarming though. It was worse than any really bad migraine I've had.

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@purple26 I understand, and with your history of migraines you may have just thought it was going to be a time to tough it out. However, the unusual nature might be a sign of a change, of a progression of sorts, or it might not be a migraine at all. Best to be sure, and maybe learn of newest meds or techniques to bust the worst kinds if it was a migraine. You may learn of a new 'tool'.

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patsycox76o | @patsycox76o | Mar 16 8:08pm
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I am so sorry I am a migraine suffer as well. I am in a suburb of Dallas, TX and we are having a strange weather day. The high was 87 and a weird weather front is moving in. The wind is so strong it has knocked out numerous power lines. I am 78 and made a big pot of sausage and Tortellini with the intention of taking it to my daughter’s home and the granddaughters were coming as well. But my migraine is so bad I don’t think I can drive in this wind. So disappointing.
I am so sorry for your migraine experience. When I was younger I thought there would be a cure… there have been many new medications but they don’t really work. 😔

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@patsycox76o thank you I needed that

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purple26 | @purple26 | Mar 16 9:27pm
In reply to @patsycox76o "I am so sorry I am a migraine suffer as well. I am in a suburb..." + (show)
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I am so sorry I am a migraine suffer as well. I am in a suburb of Dallas, TX and we are having a strange weather day. The high was 87 and a weird weather front is moving in. The wind is so strong it has knocked out numerous power lines. I am 78 and made a big pot of sausage and Tortellini with the intention of taking it to my daughter’s home and the granddaughters were coming as well. But my migraine is so bad I don’t think I can drive in this wind. So disappointing.
I am so sorry for your migraine experience. When I was younger I thought there would be a cure… there have been many new medications but they don’t really work. 😔

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@patsycox76o I agree the change in barometer pressure/weather definitely impacts headaches also. I have learned also that alot of relatives on my moms side deal with headaches. Genetic?

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purple26 | @purple26 | Mar 16 9:30pm
In reply to @gloaming "@purple26 I understand, and with your history of migraines you may have just thought it was..." + (show)
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@purple26 I understand, and with your history of migraines you may have just thought it was going to be a time to tough it out. However, the unusual nature might be a sign of a change, of a progression of sorts, or it might not be a migraine at all. Best to be sure, and maybe learn of newest meds or techniques to bust the worst kinds if it was a migraine. You may learn of a new 'tool'.

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@gloaming I hope so. I thought I was doing great controlling them. I got my use of OTC analgesics way down compared to a few years ago.

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