3 1/2 weeks in after my stroke

linda
lindaon Wednesday, September 6 2017
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It has been just over 3 weeks since I had my subarachnoid bleed.  I contacted the Stroke Foundation to see what is available and I find myself here.  I never imagined that I would have had a stroke but know I am lucky that it was only a small bleed. That leads me to thinking of the people who survived something more catastrophic.  I find myself feeling very anxious in case it comes back and every little pain sends me in a spin.  I also feel very tired and apparently this is a side affect.  I left Sir Charles Gardiner Hospital with no information. I don't know if I am meant to be driving.  I look forward to meeting other like minded people.

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Diana avatar
Diana

Hi Linda,

 

I am so glad that you have joined the community - they are an amazing group of people. Some of my favourite conversations are about expressing different emotions through photography, you may want to join. Here are some threads: here and here.

 

These conversation, podcasts and fact sheets may also help:

Cognitive fatigue conversation

Driving resources

Fatigue podcast

Fear after stroke podcast.

 

Also you may like to connect with our 'den mother' Sue Bowden. Her support, grace and caring nature has already made a difference to the lives of some in our community. Sue is 23 years post stroke so her experience is vast and appreciated.

 

I hope that you find a place to feel secure here. 

 

Diana 

 

 

jenny avatar
jenny

Linda you found the right bunch of people to help and support. When I experienced stroke 5years I knew nothing of Stroke Foundation at that time. Two years ago I discovered Enableme community of 

survivors  who impart acceptance , warmth, knowledge and much more. All those qualities have helped me deal with a long road  with ups and downs.  

           Jenny 

Nina Wilde avatar
Nina Wilde

Hi Linda

 

It's great to see you have come across EnableMe and begun to discover the support  and information which is available for the many things which you are now coming across since your Stroke. The Forums, Pod Casts and all that is on this site is for us to learn about and help as we navigate life after our experiences.

 

As Di mentioned I had my stroke a long time ago, 1993 when I was 22 years old. I have a more detailed explanation on my blog here. Like Jenny once I came across EnableMe I have discovered a community of people who are 'get it.'

 

Wishing you all the very best as you recover and heal.

 

Sue  :-)

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