Yeah, you're describing how I feel my "shadows." The beast is there, I feel the pressure in my ear, the tension starts in my neck, and the dull ache starts behind my eye. But it doesn't build to a full blown CH attack.

Have you started on any preventative meds? Some have found when they first start on verapamil, the full blown attacks stop but the shadows become more prevalent. Do you have oxygen yet? It's talked about a LOT on the board because it works so damned well! I use it on my shadows too, it's pretty effective against those.

Have you tried energy drinks for those milder attacks? Rock Star Monster, any containing caffiene and at least 1000 mg of taurine. Try chugging one when you feel one of those milder attacks starting.

Joe

Your first lesson in CH: they don't make sense. Whatever you are experiencing, that's your reality. Sucks.