Just thought I would share my experience this time around. 55 days (typical 8 week cycle) I normally get. Totaled 162 attacks. So far 3 days pain free (hope I'm done). I haven't did the alcohol test yet to see for sure, but no shadows, and I believe it's over, thank God.

Tried the D3 regiment for 4 weeks but unfortunately it was a no go. Red Bull helped at first but it ended up not working.

Totaled 14 attacks I couldn't abort. (KILLER). The rest took around 20 minutes each but eventually aborted using my go to meds (O2 & Trex). Virapimil seamed to help after upping the dosage to 520mg. Doc yelled at me for using so much Trex, but I guess she just doesn't understand how important it is to abort these suckers.  ::)

Anyway, sure glad to have no shadows and feeling pretty good about it for the last 3 days. I am also finally able to get more than 4 hours sleep in a single session without getting woke.

Take care and wishing for pain free days for the rest of you.

Blue Meanie,

I cant offer much advice as I am still learning about the beast. Good that your cycle is over and hopefully the next one is a long way off.

Stay Positive 

Con

Good onya, Blue Meanie, because everyone who beats the beast gives hope to us all!

It was good to see you with a beer in your hand today, Bob! I'm not a drinker, but to see you able to enjoy one thrilled my soul. I'm so glad you were there, today. Don't be a stranger!

jlc

Good to see you again Bob. I'm thinking it is over. Getting a cycle after 7 years had to be tough.

They will be picking up my 02 tanks on Monday now that the cycle is over. Hopefully I can do another 7 years. Good  seeing all of you again and meeting new CH friends. Bill thanks for your hospitality. Had a great time.