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Old 09-08-2013, 10:22 PM
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Hi there

I would have to look back, but I first had to be referred to by a neuro doc from my regular doc first. Before she saw me, I had a CT scan done of my brain which didn't show anything except a previous concussion from about age 9 or 10.

So, I saw her in March, then about every 3 weeks, until there was a long stretch from somewhere in April till the start of June.

I don't know what is standard in these cases. If you feel the need for more visits, can you request them? Do you have anyone to go with you? In our condition, it's hard to process and hear whatever they have to say. And if they are rushed, it's double hard for me.

I hope this helps.

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[SIZE="1"]What happened. I was in a car accident 2-23-2013, and got a mild concussion from it. I had some time off for brain rest, got somewhat better, but slipped into PCS in March 2013.

Symptoms I had: dizziness, light and sound sensitivity, fatigue, tinitis, occasional headaches and migraines,

Symptoms as of 5--2013: poor sleep, tinitis, some confusion /short term memory blanks, balance. The other symptoms are mostly gone, but flare up if I OVERdo something.

Therapy I had: vestibular

3 months in: I could drive more and for longer distances. I felt like a younger, happier version of myself and I feel so blessed to have this feeling.

9 months in and I am working full time. I do get tired, and some sound and light sensitivity from time to time, but mostly I am over most of my symptoms.
I pray every day and I m praying for your recovery.

Over a year in: I can multi task (limited) and have humor in my life. But when I am tired, I am very tired.
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