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ConcussedEngineer 08-08-2022 05:16 PM

Viral Meningitis
 
Hi all,

It has been a while, but recently I contracted a viral meningitis infection from an enterovirus. My wife recovered 100%, and I have also gotten over my infection even though I am still having some symptoms. I am still having exhaustion, light sensitivity, stiff neck, and nausea which are not really consistent with my typical PCS symptoms. Has anyone else had to deal with this? I am hopeful that over the next couple weeks it will get better.

Thanks,
CE

DrewDigital 08-09-2022 03:26 PM

The infection in the brain can cause a brain injury so Treatment should focus on neurogenesis and neuroplasticity.

Sustained aerobic exercise promotes neuroplasticity and neurogenesis so try brisk walking or other cardio exercises.

Rest - The brain needs rest and a quiet environment to repair itself so take mini breaks during the day to give the brain a chance to recover. Avoid stress because that will reduce neurogenesis.

An aggressive diet regiment will also help neuroplasticity and neurogenesis.
Stop eating -
  • soda
  • sugar/fructose/corn syrup
  • wheat
  • processed foods
  • fried foods
  • refined carbohydrates
  • foods with added sugar
  • processed vegetable and seed oils (polyunsaturated fats)
  • (safflower oil, canola oil, sunflower oil, corn oil, soybean oil, cottonseed oil)
  • Trans fats (shortening, hydrogenated vegetable oils, margarine)

Eat this instead:
  • Replace wheat with whole grains. (Paleo flour, quinoa flour, almond flour, coconut flour, chickpea flour, etc)
  • Eat a moderate amount of protein, lots of vegetables, some fruit
  • cook with lots of healthy saturated fats (animal fats, coconut oil, butter, olive oil).
  • Make bone broth and incorporate it into your diet regularly.
  • Eat cold water fatty fish for the Omega 3 DHA
  • Eat organic foods because pesticides contribute to neurodegeneration


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