I put it in quotations because I am not sure if I spelled it correctly or not.  My cousin's doctor told his mother that the reason he might be having migraines the way he has is because of something called a cherry aneurysm.  I've never heard of it; he said it isn't the kind that can burst and kill you instantly.  I was just curious if there was such a thing or if the doctors were worried that it was something more and made something up; I know that is unlikely the doctor would do that, but I was just wondering.
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I think what your cousin's doctor was describing was a "berry" aneurysm, which is a type of aneurysm that forms where arteries in the brain branch off from each other.(The name comes from their appearance--they look like a small berry.)  They are thought to be due to congenital weakness in the arterial walls. They are usually small, and not the kind of thing that tend to burst abruptly. There have been cases when they are only discovered incidentally at autopsy.  They can cause problems, however, and they tend to occur at multiple sites. They'll probably just follow him up periodically to make sure there aren't any issues.
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I had constant, horrible migraines at that age as well. I did notice that drinking plenty of water helped somewhat because they weren't as debilitating when I happened to drink plenty of water that day.\n\nApparently there still is no known cause or cure for them, however the good news is that they go away on their own. I personally got them again around my early twenties after not having migraines for a few years. I wish I could remember the name of the medication I was given this last time they came back because it worked. I remember it was especially for migraines and that the doctor told me to take it as soon as I felt like one was coming and to take it with a glass of cold water. He also gave me another medication in case I didn't take the previous one on time. \n\nLooking back, I think my migraines might have had a lot to do with stress and conflict in the environment you're in. Is your son doing ok at school? Has anything been bothering him for a while? Has he seen a doctor? It's a little scary what the effect of a migraine has not only on your whole body, but in your brain. For example, I never had seizures but apparently you're more succeptible to them if you're having a migraine or something like that. \n\nMigraines can also be a symptom of other things, so hopefully you've already taken him to the doctor, although it's probably nothing serious. Get the poor thing a fan, ear plugs, and a pair of sleep shades. Keep a trash can nearby the bed in case he needs to throw up. A little carafe of water next to his bed wouldn't hurt, unless he likes tea. Chamomille is nice.
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My daughter suffered from severe migraines including vision loss, blacking out, fainting, tunnel vision and vomiting.  We were never able to find relief for her and I'm not sure the medical world actually has anything to cure this.  She tried everything.\nWe then found an all natural product that has medical validation that she decided to try.  She has not had even a mild headache since starting this and no longer worries about fainting at work.  This is an adaptogen which works on all auto-immune deficiencies and we have found it works when nothing else did!  Contact me if you would like to learn more about it.
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You can't be sure that it's a migraine. It could be a cluster headache, those are more common in men than women. They are very painful, knife-like as you say. \nDon't waste any time. See a doctor, who can prescribe you medicine that you need to be able to handle life.
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Haha, great question …. If that would be my situation I think I wouldn’t !! maybe god is comprehensive and ppl who suffer migraine have one of this options:\na) a place with a lot of light and just a line of shadow .. so they would “head the shadow” \nb) The see another kind of light\nc) God gives them sunglasses\nd) They die with a aspirin in their hands\ne) It is their last test to prove they deserve going to heaven\nTake care and hope that at least one of this answer could be useful and use it with your kids !!!
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Classical, as apposed to common, migraines have a visual aura. Does the light look a bit like crinkled aluminum foil that is getting reflected light from a fan spinning? Some people describe it as a pulsing zigzag. You can close/open either eye and it is still there, so you know that it is not specific to one eye but is impacting both.\n\nMost people will get pain associated with their auras but not at the same time as the aura is happening. When I was younger, I used to get pain on the top of one eyeball that felt like a dull pencil point pushing down on it. Now that I am in my 40's though, I just get the aura without any pain. Most people get a migraine that is not directly associated with the area above the eye though.\n\nDoctors only know that the condition seems to be brought on by blood flow changes to the brain. Typically there is a rapid drop followed by a rapid rise in blood supply. The drop brings the aura and the rise brings the headache. There are preventative medications that can be prescribed. Personally, I prefer not to take a medicine unless I have dire need of it. The occassional aura isn't bad. \n\nRecent research has indicated that there may be a higher liklihood of stroke in people that get classical migraines, so do make lifestyle choices that give you the best chance possible of avoiding additional stroke risks.
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I've had these for years.  They usually last about 30 minutes.  My doctor says they are not serious. I did find info on the internet but I did not save the website.  I'm sorry you suffer from these too but I'm glad to know that I'm not the only one.  I hope you don't get one any time soon.\n\nI believed I typed in silent migraine for the search
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I get migraines and have actually had a hemmorage in my pituitiary and that kind of headache and a migraine are totally different.  As for having an episode where she lost abilities it sounds like she had some sort of loss that caused a lack of oxygen to the brain which would explain the "visions" of seeing relatives that are already passed.  Lack of oxygen can cause damage to the brain where the affected are can be speech and motor skills that would have to be relearned.  Your mother is in my prayers.  I have son with Cerebral Palsy so motor disorders and delays are well understood by me.  I know the strain it can have on the family members.  God bless!!  \nMegan
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Osteopathy.  \n\nI am a massage therapist, not an osteopath - but I frequently refer to osteopaths.\n\nMost of my clients who get migraines have had some kind of birth trauma.  In other words, their crainum (head) was compressed or hurt in some way when they were born.  An osteopath can gently ease up the restrictions in your head and the rest of your body - possibly helping with your migraines.  Do some research about your own birth and about osteopathy.  Check out this web site and take a moment to read the description:
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I was having them daily for a while about a year ago. At first I had no idea what was going on I thought I was going blind or something. The worst part about it is how fatigued you feel. It also causes serious issues with driving when you frequently have ocular migraines. I talked to an optometrist and found out extended amounts of physical activity can trigger an ocular migraine. I have since toned down my work out and haven't had an ocular migraine since.
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When you look at all the people in the U.S. who have died from clogged arteries I think you will say it is pretty important. The best way I have found to keep my cholesterol under control naturally is to Eat right, not diet but good for you foods that are fantastic. Check out the YOU on a diet menu at realage.com. I also take psyllium husk veg caps everyday, they are a natural fiber. When I first went to the Dr. for a heart work-up and blood work they said my cholesterol was way too high and wanted me to start some prescription drug for life. Well I am into natural so I went and found a product called red yeast rice and in 2 months my numbers went down 100 points..And there was no side effects at all!!\n\nOn high blood pressure and outbreak of blood vessel in the brain which is called a brain aneurysm. This is possible if you have a weak artery in the brain. I know many people who have had this happen to them. Also high blood pressure under stress (anger) can cause you to have a heart attack if your heart is clogged already. This happened to my Dad.\n\nI am into this stuff because in the last 2 years my father had 2 bad heart attacks in a weeks time and he has high blood pressure. And my mother has a brain aneurysm that thank God did not rupture. I don't know if we can talk back and forth here but if we can I will be happy to help you if I can. \n\nCheck into the natural stuff when it comes to your health. It is much better for you.
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It could be a migraine. She really should she a doctor if it happens again because it can be crippling.
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As soon as you get even the slightest hint that you are going to get a migraine, take a dose of aspirin. When I do that, I don't get the full-blown migraine (or the accompanying pain). However, I can still tell that I'd have one if I hadn't taken the aspirin.\n\nTry to figure out what is causing your migraines so that you can avoid them that way, too. It can be different for each person. For me, it was monthly hormonal changes (so I had a pretty good clue when to expect them). For others, it can be certain foods. I had a friend once who got a migraine every time she ate anything cold, like ice cream or frozen yogurt. See if you can track down the cause and then avoid whatever causes them.\n\nIf you already have the migraine and it is a relatively mild one, sometimes they can be warded off by either taking a hot shower or soaking your feet in hot water. It has something to do with blood flow. The hot shower worked for me several times.\n\nAlso, and I know this is really gross so bear with me, when a migraine becomes bad enough, you will become nauseous and then throw up. And then, voile!, the migraine will disappear. (At least this has been true for me and for others I've spoken with.) So, if all else fails and you're in the middle of a terrible migraine and you just want it to STOP, I suggest working on the computer or reading a book. For me, this speeds up the process to reaching nausea and then blessed relief. And, no, throwing up isn't pleasant. But sometimes it is better than the alternative of feeling like your head is going to explode.
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not me, but I know someone who has that same thing and she has found no relief either.  I'm guessing there's some kinda facial nerve damage going on there.  Don't know what to do about that.  I suppose you've already been to neurologists, neurosurgeons, & pain specialists (?) if you've seen that many doctors already.  I wish I knew more.  sorry I wasn't any help.   but I sympathize greatly.
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Im not a doctor but it sounds like migraine.  Go see a doctor for professional advice.
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A type of migraine.  These can be horrible, I have them a lot.  They can be caused by many things, foods, stress, chiropractic spinal issues, etc...talk with your doctor about the best thing to do for them.
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I'm sorry but I can't help you with the translations into other languages. However, I can tell you that feverfew is a commonly found herb used to treat, among other things, migraine headaches (like your dad has). I'll attach a link below so you can read up on it. I'm not sure if feverfew is the answer, but I do hope he finds some relief.