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Join Date: Oct 2011
Location: Las Vegas, NV
Posts: 756
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Join Date: Oct 2011
Location: Las Vegas, NV
Posts: 756
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I don't think going to the hospital is necessary. There is really nothing they can do for you...and if you tell them your there because you can't sleep, they might look at you funny =O...
Sleep is the only time your brain isn't in use. This is when your brain is doing most of it's healing. So, it is important to get as much sleep as you can.
I can only offer you suggestions. They may work, they may not.
First of all, there is nothing you can do tonight (as far as going to see your doctor)...unless your not from the USA and it's day time wherever you live. So, let's just talk about tonight. What is it that's keeping you awake? Is it the racing thoughts? I know it's easier said than done, but you need to try and focus your thoughts elsewhere. Have you tried falling asleep with the TV on? How about a little soft music?
I've heard some people having success with "white noises". Like, a fan, air conditioner, water running, etc. There are things on YouTube you can find to help you get to sleep. Just do a search for, say, "white noises sleep". Try a few of those and see if that works.
Tomorrow, you can call your doctor and let him know of your troubles. He might be able to get you on some kind of medication to help you sleep better.
Good luck and keep us up to date.
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What happened: I was randomly assaulted from behind in June of 2011. I was knocked unconscious for an unknown amount of time (less than 30 minutes) and have no memory of the event. CT scan showed contusion and hematoma of the left frontal lobe. I spent 3 days in the hospital. Diagnosed with Post-Concussion Syndrome in September 2011. Currently have Medicaid, Medicare and SSI.
Current symptoms: Brain fog, mild memory issues, problems with spontaneity, occasional spacing out, word finding difficulties, tinnitus in right ear and some other things that I can't explain.
Life after the brain injury: 4 years after the injury, I'm engaged to my beautiful girlfriend of 5 years, I'm the CEO of my own business, Notorious Labs, I've taught myself how to program complex games and apps which is a feat I never thought I'd accomplish and now live a semi-normal life with very mild PCS symptoms.
Slowly but surely regaining my life back.
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