The Pain Corner

Becoming Mummy To Blake: The Ovary Episodes

On Sunday 17th January 2021, at 1.15am, I woke up to feel my waters had broken. I was 35 weeks pregnant, was supposed to have another week left in work and was completely unprepared to go into labour.

I Don’t Have A Migraine: The Worst Neurology Consultation

Come next year, when I go back for a consultation, I'll be asking for a new neurologist.

Trigeminal Neuralgia and the Codeine Ban: I’m Pregnant

"You can't take codeine when you're pregnant."

I’m Pregnant: The Ovary Episodes

In June, I'd been feeling dizzy with stomach cramps and extreme fatigue. I pretty much always feel sick and tired, so this wasn't anything unusual, but the cramps without the period were getting getting pretty annoying after a few days.

What To Expect When You Have An Electromyography (EMG)

Yes, I had one of those painful nerve tests.

What To Expect When You Start Taking Amitriptyline

Amitriptyline is the medication I am asked about most often.

I Have Chronic Pain, But I’m Still Allowed To Have A Life

I have trigeminal neuralgia and I'm allowed to have a life.

What Is The Difference Between Nerve Pain and Regular Pain?

I have trigeminal neuralgia and my brain thinks I'm in pain all the time. It's really difficult to explain to anyone who doesn't live with neuropathic (nerve) pain.