Oh woe is me!

[Al the optimist]

I should be flying out Sunday to start tn the El Salvador. I was so looking forward to enjoying those fabulous views again (Which I personally find are the nicest I have enjoyed on my Caminos.) But not to be I think. I have had a vertigo attack since Friday. Although it is better than it was, especially Saturday and Sunday, I still have some slight wobbly feeling at times. I think it would be irresponsible of me to walk alone in those isolated mountains. So with a heavy heart I will have to forego the pleasure, the people I would meet, and the chance to recharge my soul. Booh Hoo!

 

[Bradypus]

Sorry to hear this Al. Hope it all sorts itself out and you get back on your feet sometime soon. Any alpine scenery in the Black Country to warm up in?

 

[Al the optimist]

If I could walk the 3 miles to the city centre I would climb up the extra 80 feet to get to nearly 500 feet?

 

[mspath]

Al,
Sorry to learn that you are feeling shaky. I hope that you feel better soon.

Do take care.

Margaret

 

[Al the optimist]

Thanks both

 

[Paddington Bear]

I should be flying out Sunday to start tn the El Salvador. I was so looking forward to enjoying those fabulous views again (Which I personally find are the nicest I have enjoyed on my Caminos.) But not to be I think. I have had a vertigo attack since Friday. Although it is better than it was, especially Saturday and Sunday, I still have some slight wobbly feeling at times. I think it would be irresponsible of me to walk alone in those isolated mountains. So with a heavy heart I will have to forego the pleasure, the people I would meet, and the chance to recharge my soul. Booh Hoo!

I am very sorry to hear about your illness.
I am not a doctor but have some personal experience with vertigo.
Have you tried the epley manoever? It works amazingly well for some. For others it still takes a few hours to fully recover from a bad attack.

Scroll down to the hopkins treatment or look up on the internet.
https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/neu...ons/benign_paroxysmal_positional_vertigo.html

This gives a better explanation and more is effective:
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Epley_maneuver

 

[Icacos]

(Vertigo)Scroll down to the hopkins treatment or look up on the internet.
https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/neu...ons/benign_paroxysmal_positional_vertigo.html

Thank you for this. I had an episode of vertigo a few months before my Camino. Fortunately, it resolved itself and didn't disrupt my plans.

@Al the optimist, I do hope you are better soon, and can be on your way.

 

[LesBrass]

So sad to read this news... I hope that you're soon feeling is better and ready to make some fresh plans!

 

[wayfarer]

Sorry to hear your news Allan, hopefuly all will come good.

 

[Mikel Olivares]

Hola amigo Al. Lamento mucho leer de tus dolencias.
Espero que mejores rápido y puedas regresar pronto al Camino.
Ya sabes que tienes un amigo y una casa a tu disposición en Zizur.

 

[Tia Valeria]

How disappointing Al. Hope you soon recover. Will you be able to go later?
Best wishes.

 

[nycwalking]

Boy, why does life happen to us when we are busy making other plans. Buen camino: asap.

 

[susanawee]

I should be flying out Sunday to start tn the El Salvador. I was so looking forward to enjoying those fabulous views again (Which I personally find are the nicest I have enjoyed on my Caminos.) But not to be I think. I have had a vertigo attack since Friday. Although it is better than it was, especially Saturday and Sunday, I still have some slight wobbly feeling at times. I think it would be irresponsible of me to walk alone in those isolated mountains. So with a heavy heart I will have to forego the pleasure, the people I would meet, and the chance to recharge my soul. Booh Hoo!

Oh NO Al....life is sometimes so bloody unfair when she throws us Curve Balls such as this one.....Camino Hugs and thoughts

 

[Annalisa]

Sorry to hear this! You are smart to listen to your body. Speedy recovery.

 

[movinmaggie]

Very disappointing for you to be sure Al, but your health does come first. Let's hope for healthier days ahead so you can get back out there. Do take care.

 

[Kiwi-family]

That doesn't sound like the Al we know! Tough call. Hope you can change your booking - or find someone to accompany you.

 

[Hutton24]

Sorry to hear that Al. I hope you get better fast and can plan for the next adventure.

 

[Nanc]

sorry for your disappointment
may this merely be a pause in your plans and dreams

 

[Paddington Bear]

Thank you for this. I had an episode of vertigo a few months before my Camino. Fortunately, it resolved itself and didn't disrupt my plans.
.

I've added a wiki link to a better explanation and good post manoeuvre care. It doesn't have the "John Hopkins" name but it is a bit more detailed and effective. It is a horrible condition. Thankfully it has only happened to me twice in two years. Very best wishes to you.

 

[rohe kuhar]

I should be flying out Sunday to start tn the El Salvador. I was so looking forward to enjoying those fabulous views again (Which I personally find are the nicest I have enjoyed on my Caminos.) But not to be I think. I have had a vertigo attack since Friday. Although it is better than it was, especially Saturday and Sunday, I still have some slight wobbly feeling at times. I think it would be irresponsible of me to walk alone in those isolated mountains. So with a heavy heart I will have to forego the pleasure, the people I would meet, and the chance to recharge my soul. Booh Hoo!

I am sorry about your virtigo, I have that too, after dealing with it for 4 months I cam across a vitamin that was recommended to me by my E & T called, Lipo flavanoid Plus, you can get at Walgreens or a pharmacist can order them for you. They are a vitamin and when I get virtigo, I take 3-4 and lot of water and a decongestant. I took the Lipo flavanoid for a week or so and it went away. Now and then it comes but, it usually happens in the Spring or if I eat salt like chips etc. I hope this helps you and mostly maybe you can just delay your trip.

 

[Mike Savage]

I'm sorry to hear that you have had to put off your plans for the camino once again. I hope you have a complete and permanent recovery soon!

 

[Jersey]

I should be flying out Sunday to start tn the El Salvador. I was so looking forward to enjoying those fabulous views again (Which I personally find are the nicest I have enjoyed on my Caminos.) But not to be I think. I have had a vertigo attack since Friday. Although it is better than it was, especially Saturday and Sunday, I still have some slight wobbly feeling at times. I think it would be irresponsible of me to walk alone in those isolated mountains. So with a heavy heart I will have to forego the pleasure, the people I would meet, and the chance to recharge my soul. Booh Hoo!

God speed Al
Hopefully you can make the trip sooner rather then later

 

[Al the optimist]

Hola amigo Al. Lamento mucho leer de tus dolencias.
Espero que mejores rápido y puedas regresar pronto al Camino.
Ya sabes que tienes un amigo y una casa a tu disposición en Zizur.

Conozco a Mike. Desde que te conocí mi intención fue que Frances siguiente tiene que ser planeado alrededor de algún tiempo con usted.

 

[David]

Dang and Double Dang!!!

 

[Al the optimist]

Thanks all. Besos para todos.
I a think I am recovered. I was without symptoms all day yesterday.
The problem I have now is that it has made me behind with my university assignments, one of which has to be handed in in 13 days. As my flight is Sunday morning and I don't get back until 2 days before the deadline I think this will now be my obstacle even if I do go and try to find a companion.

 

[Micah26]

Dear Al the Optimist,
I am sorry you are have a bout of vertigo! It certainly turns things upside down! My mother has suffered several bouts- meds didn't help, but found the one PT who knew how to rebalance her! The information on John Hopkins site is exactly what you do. Gravity aids as you are hanging over edge of bed. Go to Utube they show the steps described. Have a great trip when you go!

 

[Kanga]

Glad you seem to have recovered Al, and hope that you still get to return to the Salvador soon, or if not the Salvador another path you can enjoy. In the past you seemed to have taken off on the spur of the moment, maybe serendipity will happen and you will be able to do the same again.

 

[Al the optimist]

I am recovered since yesterday and getting tempted to go and catch that 23:45 coach to the airport tomorrow Kanga!!! Just better burn the midnight oil tonight methinks.

 

[Bradypus]

I am recovered since yesterday and getting tempted to go and catch that 23:45 coach to the airport tomorrow Kanga!!! Just better burn the midnight oil tonight methinks.

Great to hear you are on the mend Al. Hope that whatever you decide works out well for you. Take it gently though!

 

[VNwalking]

Oh woe indeed, Al.
Coming late to this thread so hoping you can go after all. Crossing fingers for you!!

 

[ivar]

Good to hear that you are feeling better... that is the important thing.. get well soon!

 

[Al the optimist]

Thanks all. Not deciding until the last minute has filled me with a heightened sense of anticipation. Well I get to pack today! Yippee! Unfortunately I also need to do those things I needed to do before going that I had not done the last week as I thought I could do them next week. Oh well. Small chores will be done with a light heart and a big big smile! (I will be there 9 days as I am going to visit friends in Gijon after walking).

 

[Mike Savage]

That is fantastic news Al.

Buen Camino!

 

[laineylainey]

Al, that's bostin!!!