I had a CT myelogram and spinal tap done about a month ago. I had and still have problems with spinal headaches. They did a blood patch then and it seemed to help great. However, I am still having problems with them. My neurologist is having me try nortriptyline to see if that helps, but I cant get anything done because I am trying to lay flat. With these stupid spinal headaches ever go away?
Post Lumbar puncture headache is common, but usually such headache relieves in less than a week. Persistence of headache may be due to leaking CSF and CSF hypotension. Repeat blood patch, caffeine intake and plenty of fluids may help. Prolonged bed rest may aggravate symptoms. Try to arise slowly from bed after sitting for few minutes first. Hoping you recover fast.