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Join Date: Jun 2011
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Join Date: Jun 2011
Posts: 242
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I experienced that over Christmas. The ER doc who treated me told me that when you have a nuerological condition like ours, even the slightest dehydration is a huge problem for the brain. His exact words were, "if you start getting dehydrated, RUN to the nearest emergency room, don't walk, Run!"
Don't feel silly if you end up going there. I did and they were able to give me liquids and also stop the unpleasant stomach symtpoms so I could rest.
Feel better (hug)
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What Happened: On 3/8/11 I was stopped waiting to merge into traffic when I was rear ended by someone doing 45 mph. I walked away from the accident, to fall into the pit of PCS 5 days later... (I have had 2 previous concussions, but neither developed into PCS.)
Symptoms 3 Years Post: Physical: migraines, infrequent vertigo, neck and back pain (from accident), tinnitus, visual field deficits in left eye, problematic light sensitivity, (including visual seizure activity), noise sensitivity, EXTREME fatigue, semi-frequent disrupted sleep cycles,
Cognitive: semi-frequent Brain fog after cognitive strain, limited bouts of impulsivity, unable to concentrate for more than short periods of time without fatigue, word finding problems, slowed processing speeds, impaired visual memory;
Emotional: easily overstimulated, depression, anxiety;
Treatment so far: Vestibular therapy; Physical Therapy; Vision Therapy; Vitamin Schedule; Limited caffeine; Medications; attempting to limit stress and overstimulation; Yoga; Cognitive Therapy
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