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Old 01-05-2015, 01:13 AM
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Originally Posted by Lisamay71 View Post
Hi everyone:

I was in an MVA on September 17,2014 in which I recieved a concussion and now suffer from PCS. I have lightheaded spells, difficulty coming up with simple words, my brain becomes "tired" with stimulation, I have some light sensitivity issues and movement sometimes bothers me. Now of course all of this is invisible to many people and I am feeling like I am being judged by people from work, I dread going back! I have been out of work since the MVA and have no idea when I will be able to return as I am a school bus driver and because of that I have to be symptom free for two weeks before I can drive a bus again! Does anyone else deal with this and if so, how do you handle it?

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Hi LisaMay!

I'm so sorry you're going through this- don't get down get help! If there is a brain injury rehab facility in your area I recommend getting an appointment.

I began with similar symptoms and unfortunately pushed through ignoring them while I worked and raced and drank and didn't take care of my symptoms well and had to leave work to finally address them.

I was told had I sought help and rehab for my symptoms early on I would have faired much better.

I hope you find help and strength and support through this forum as I have and many others in your exact place have. Look at the stickys as there are great amounts of information and websites to help you understand what's going on and how to cope and heal.

Chin up!
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I am a 33 year old female who is healing from Post Concussion Syndrome for 32 months after a cycling accident.

Therapy: Vision therapy to improve focal and ambient systems Neuropsychological testing and treatment Vestibular therapy Gabapentin 1800mgs/daily Clonazapam when needed

Natural Therapy and Supplements: Brain breaks every 2 hours Meditation GABA 1000 mcgs B12 1000 mcgs Niacin 3000-5000 mgs (this has significantly helped with brain fog, mood control, and depression) Nordic Naturals Fish Oil 2000mgs Potassium Multi V Glucosamine 5HTP Vitamin D 1500mgs

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