Hi,

I just found out about this group through a google search on post concussion syndrome and am looking for hope that my symptoms will resolve soon. It has been almost a year since I fell and hit my head and although I'm seeing some improvement, I'm wondering if my symptoms will ever completely resolve. What would really help me a lot is to hear some success stories from people who have recovered after having prolonged symptoms for several months or longer. Does anyone out there have any stories they can share?

My early symptoms of extreme fatigue, brain fog, tingling in my hands and feet, and a burning sensation on my skin (arms and feet) have gone away. However, I still suffer from a lack of energy and strength, feelings of irritability, eyes sensitive to light, and numbness in my hands each morning. I also have recurring dull headaches that correspond with the times when I'm having the worst symptoms. Also, I am not able to exercise on a regular basis like I did before the fall and usually have symptoms if I try to do too much.

I've also noticed that my symptoms seem to be induced when I sleep longer than normal. For example, on the weekends I sleep later and usually have headaches and a low energy level. Has anyone else noticed a variation in symptoms based on sleep patterns?

Because of these many symptoms, I have not been myself over the past year and have lost a lot of my joy in life. The longer this continues, the more I worry if they'll ever go away. If I can find other people who have recovered after a year, that will really help me stay positive. Anyone out there like that?

I appreciate any encouragement that you may be able to send my way!

Thanks for listening!

Don