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Join Date: May 2011
Location: san diego
Posts: 303
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Join Date: May 2011
Location: san diego
Posts: 303
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Is there any chance for you to see a different primary doctor. Its gotta be difficult to feel unsupported. I think seeing a neurologist who specializes in concussions would be good for figuring out what course of treatment you may need or medicines. My primary wasnt as familiar with the drugs that are used to treat PCS headaches and i asked a neurologist at work what she thought, and she immediately said she wanted to see me and treat me. I feel that my neurologist understands what i am going through so much better.
As for CT scan and radiation....you shouldnt worry much about that. The amount of radiation that you are actually subjected to is the same that you might be exposed to in our environment. If you see a neurologist and they want imaging, they will order it. However, it most likely wont show anything. PCS has such microscopic damage that it usually cant be picked up by an MRI or CT scan.
Its hard to hear and to understand, but the best medicine is really rest, good nutrition, and avoiding stress and triggers for your symptoms. If you are working, it may be holding you back from getting the type of rest that you need -both physical and cognitive rest. Hoping you start feeling better soon and have better luck with a neurologist or different primary doctor.
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Suffered a TBI with PCS on April 25th 2011 from multiple blows to the head from falling, unconscious for 12 hours with no memory of event. Hit the back of my head, and above right eye. MRI and CT negative. Symptoms included constant headaches (migraine, pressure, tension, icepicks), dizziness, tinnitus, visual changes, photophobia, fatigue, "spacing out", word finding difficulties, depression, and emotional lability.
Began Healing in November 2011 after starting acupuncture and Healing Touch (a nurturing energy therapy that promotes relaxation and pain relief). I went back to work in February 2012. Ive been symptom free since July 2012. Very happy, positive, energetic and working out every day, doing yoga, and living a normal life again!
I also began taking Healing Touch classes in November 2011 and completed 5 Levels of Healing Touch Certificate Program that included a 1 year mentorship to become a Healing Touch International Practitioner in June 2013. I am so pleased to offer this wonderful healing therapy to my patients, friends, and clients.
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