Tori Spelling rushed to the hospital with severe migraine
November 1st 2011 23:56
Another celebrity is hit with migraine.I know that Tori got upset that the media followed her...she stated that she wasn't going to let the public know she went to the E.R.
I doubt it,but as migraineurs know,there's a stigma where migraine is concerned.
So,Tori, best wishes, please let the public know if there are any further problems.
BTW,below the story,I will provide an article with information on this subject that may help:
Here is the story:
Tuesday, November 1, 2011
Tori Spelling was hospitalized yesterday after taking to her Twitter page on Saturday and complaining to her followers of a severe migraine. Knowing firsthand how debilitating these headaches are, I can totally sympathize with what she went through. Migraines suck. Tori gave birth earlier this month to daughter Hattie, her third child with husband Dean McDermott. They already have a son, 4-year-old Liam, and daughter Stella is 3. McDermott has a 13-year-old son, Jack, from his previous marriage to Mary Jo Eustace. The former 90210 star tweeted on Saturday: “Anyone else get horrendous migraines right after giving birth? Is it hormones?I’ve had one for a week now. Nothing is working “ According to reports, Tori still was not feeling any better on Sunday, so worried husband Dean rushed her to Tarzana Medical Center. Sadly, the paps were right there, snapping pics of her on the way to the hospital, visibly ill. This prompted another tweet from Tori this morning, blasting the paparazzi. “I never intended2have 2tell peeps I had to Goto ER yesterday4 migraine but paparazzi followed us&told;story. All time low… Following a sick new mom to hospital&photographing;her in that condition. Is nothing off limits to them compassion wise? But,I’m [...]
Source: Really Long Link
Why Do Women Experience Migraines After Childbirth? How to Relieve Them?
There are a number of factors that can trigger a migraine, including changes in the weather, sleeping habits, stress, or diet. It is common for women who have just given birth to experience migraines as well. These painful and debilitating headaches can prove difficult when trying to care for a newborn.
Studies have shown that estrogen hormone levels can trigger the onset of a migraine headache. When levels of estrogen are high, such as in the 2nd and 3rd trimesters, a woman may find that she experiences less migraines. When the estrogen levels drop after childbirth, a woman may begin to get migraine headaches again.
There are other factors that can trigger migraines after childbirth, such as sleep deprivation, stress, and changes in a daily schedule. New moms are also exposed to a lot of noise, such as that from a crying baby, and there are less medications available to slow the symptoms of migraines.
So while there may be dozens of reasons why women experience migraine headaches after childbirth, just how can they reduce the severity and duration of these headaches? Breastfeeding moms especially, are very limited on the medications they can take, as many can pass through the breast milk and into the newborn.
Furthermore, new moms require a lot of energy and strength, which means that medications that have drowsy side effects cannot be taken even if a new mom is not breastfeeding. Some moms even find that the medicine that their doctor did prescribe has proven ineffective.
One of the best things a new mom can do is to identify the triggers that are responsible for starting a migraine. Not to say that if a crying baby is a trigger, a new mom should ignore her little one, but perhaps she can find ways to deal with the stress levels.
First and foremost, it is important that a mom removes herself from the current situation. Hand the baby off to a family member or friend and go lie down in a cool, dark room. If family or friends are not available, try to have a sitter or neighbor on-call for the first few weeks after childbirth. Shut the blinds, turn off any lights or electronic devices, and close the eyes.
Because moms want to avoid taking any medication, relaxation techniques are the best way to relieve symptoms of migraines. Conscious breathing exercises or meditation can work, so a mom can practice these exercises on her own. If not familiar with them, it’s best to rent a DVD that teaches these techniques.
Cold and warm compresses can be used, depending on what the mom prefers. Cold ice packs and towels are used to dull the pain, so placing them on the forehead and neck can prove beneficial. Warm compresses are used to relax the muscles, so placing a heating pad or warm towel around the back of the neck can help to loosen the muscles.
Taking a warm bath can also help, and for an added effect, add a few drops of calming oils, such as lavender or eucalyptus. If these methods do not work, a new mom should talk to her doctor to see which medications are safe to take.
source:mybrainpain.com
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