Originally Posted By davewasbaloo MoP - I was another Migraine Sufferer in my teens. It sounds like Migraines, but I would definately get her in to the doctor, just in case. And if it is Migraine, the DR may be able to help ease that too (there is some evidence to suggest that certain foods can cause this). I hope she (and you) feel better soon. Big bear hugs - Dave
Originally Posted By Pixie Glitter Echo, echo. . . it really sounds like migraine to me. Prayers and good thoughts headed your way. Please do report back on what the doctor says.
Originally Posted By Stacers76 Good thoughts going to you and your daughter....I can sort of relate and know it's no fun! Migraines came to mind too...so I will definitley re-echo the trip to a doctor sentiment. Anxiety is also something that can cause the headaches and vomiting, and for me, when I first started feeling sick out of the blue type of thing (it's all anxiety as I'm high strung too about everything), thinking something was medically wrong just added to the anxiety that was the problem, so the dr. can ease your mind there too by ruling out any other possible medical issues. Best of luck!
Originally Posted By MomofPrincess ******** UPDATE ******** First of all, GOSH, I absolutely love you guys. Thank you SO much for your compassion, support and suggestions. You all ROCK! Secondly, I am still going to have her headaches checked out further, but for now, I guess God decided I was worrying too much because she started having "it" coming out both ends shortly after I posted, LOL! Not that it's funny, or a good thing, per se, but it was a relief of sorts. Everything I'd read about brain tumors (because of course I assumed THE WORST) didn't list 'that' as a symptom -- if you know what I mean! Poor baby was on the potty most of the night WHILE vomiting. Not fun, but I'm guessing Rotavirus is a likely cause. That stuff is brutal... comes and goes -- just when you're thinking you're all better, it hits you out of the blue again. Both my kids had it when they were toddlers, so I remember it well. For now, she seems completely fine. I'm hoping it doesn't return tomorrow! I worry about sending her to school and either infecting someone or having a bout of it again... but she has been fine since about 2:00 a.m. and eating normally all day. Fingers crossed. THANK YOU AGAIN!!! XOXO
Originally Posted By TALL Disney Guy *phew*, glad to hear a bit of "better" news (lol). And yeah, the "both ends" things is NOT fun. I had that one night in college and drove myself to the ER eventually when it wouldn't stop, and I stayed there overnight gettin' fluids into me. And Christmas Eve Eve night this year, my mom had the "both ends" thing overnight. Thankfully she had stopped by morning and was able to do all the Christmas stuff with us. I hope she starts feeling much better and that a trip to the doctor will clear things up on a good note!
Originally Posted By MomofPrincess A couple of more things, since you were all so gracious with ideas and suggestions... >>A possible undetected food/medication allergy?<< Definite possibility. I'm highly allergic to a lot of medications, and she's got very sensitive skin and quite a few conditions herself. (Severe reflux, for one.) It's worth looking into. >>Is she being bullied at school and afraid to report it?<< No, thank God. She is VERY outspoken and confident and would gladly put someone in his or her place, lol. (My son is more often the victim of that type of thing, unfortunately.) >>>Have you done any painting or carpet cleaning lately? Maybe she's hyper-sensitive to those fumes, or maybe mold somewhere... school, church, friend's house?<<< You know, we have been painting and just got new carpet *but* the headaches started before all that. Still, it's definitely something worth mentioning to her pediatrician. You never know! Lastly, I suffer from anxiety myself, and she's cut out of the same cloth, for sure. I'm really leaning towards that if the doctors can't find any other obvious causes (allergies, reactions to foods/environment, migraines, etc.). Thank you all again!!!
Originally Posted By MomofPrincess I'm so absentminded... I MEANT to say, Mele, I am so sorry about your daughter! My warmest thoughts and wishes for you both. My best friend suffers from debilitating migraines, and I can't imagine having them myself *and* having to watch my 8yo daughter go through them, as well! ((HUGS))
Originally Posted By TALL Disney Guy <She is VERY outspoken and confident and would gladly put someone in his or her place, lol.> Ahh, a little Julia Sugarbaker in the making. She'll be "terminating" lowlifes right and left. ;-)
Originally Posted By Stacers76 Thanks for the update! Glad to hear she's doing a little better and your nerves are still hanging in there ) Not that I'm glad you have the issue with anxiety, but I'm glad you know about it! I went for alot of years with anxiety issues before they figured out I wasn't nuts ;o) Best of luck!
Originally Posted By jonvn I hope your daughter is well, and it is something minor. But for god's sake, take her to a doctor. You need to make an appointment tomorrow. Not "mention it" to the pediatrictian. This needs to be taken care of.
Originally Posted By mousegrl MomofPrincess- I'm so glad she's feeling better! Sometimes I think the stress of worrying about my son is gonna make me a goner. Lol. Parenting can be so darn hard. We just love those little tykes so much and the thought of anything being wrong is definitely panic inducing. My son has had a some headaches in the past 6 months, and I immediately think and thought the worst. He sounds a lot like your daughter in that he puts a ton of pressure on himself. Although he's kinda standoffish and in that respect he sounds more like your son. He's a combo of your kids! Lol. I really think his headaches are stress related due to him pressuring himself and some home stresses. I really doubt it's anything too serious with your daughter. A doctors visit wouldn't hurt, though. (I don't think 'tomorrow' is so necessary.) My heart goes out to you, and my head is right with ya! Lol. Give her some special hugs from her friends at LP.
Originally Posted By 4Disnee I hope that she is doing much better today we will keep her in our thoughts and prayers along with sending hugs and love your way!
Originally Posted By MomofPrincess Thanks, everyone!! And, TDG, sorry about your mom! That is so miserable, especially at Christmastime. Jonvn, I have it handled. My pediatrician is on vacation, and I have her home number (have for 11 years now -- in fact, I've BEEN to her home for appointments twice now). As soon as she returns, we will be seeing her. I'm about as conscientious a mom as they come; no need to assume I'm taking anything lightly. I've been through too much in my life to take *anything* lightly (hence the anxiety). Thanks for your concern, though.
Originally Posted By MomofPrincess Mousegrl, it does sound a lot like what your son is going through! It's so hard to watch them put undue pressure on themselves, isn't it? Little stinkers! That's another reason I'm guessing it's anxiety related. Why would she never have the headaches at home -- you know? Anyway, thank you so much. Hugs to your sweet li'l guy!
