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12-28-2012, 01:44 AM
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Is a flu shot recommended with TBI/PCS?Any feedback would be appreciated
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What Happened: In 2011 I was in a MVA . Symptoms: Physical: I am always cold in any season!!I cannot tolerate anything pressure on my head(sun glasses,hats)longer then a hour,Lock jaw/Displaced TMJ, Dropsey, Hands go numb, Arms go numb, back of head numb (when asleep),Muscle spasms in face & upper body,migraines, concentration headaches, dizziness, nausea, neck and back trauma (from accident), tinnitus, extreme light sensitivity, noise sensitivity, EXTREME fatigue, impaired vestibular system, balance off, Pupils NEVER equal, disrupted sleep cycles,speech problems. Cognitive: Cognitive Behavior, Brain fog, impulsivity, speech problems, word finding problems, slowed processing speeds, impaired visual memory, impaired complex attention Emotional: Unable to handle stress or overstimulation without getting extremely irritable or angry, easily overstimulated, MAJOR depression, major anxiety, Panic attacks Treatment so far: Treatment for PCS,PTSD,Depression & panic,Vestibular therapy, Physical therapy, Vitamin Schedule,Walking,No Dairy, No eggs, No caffeine, No artificial coloring, Sleep with 2 pillows, Very little sugars consumed, Eat healthy,No alcohol, Medications, limit stress and overstimulation. ~*~Learn to treasure yourself and your Divinity. Be willing to accept yourself completely. Be yourself, be graceful, be kind, be wild, be weird ... be true to yourself~*~ |
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12-28-2012, 02:30 AM
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I got a flu shot not too long ago with no noticeable side effects.
I'm pretty sure you will be fine, too.
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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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12-28-2012, 04:29 AM
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I had flu last year so got one this year just to be on the safe side. Get it done on the side you don't write with.
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12-28-2012, 05:26 AM
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January 2012 tripped over a power cable and life has changed - memory, mood, balance and puzzled. Now how do I fix it ? |
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12-28-2012, 11:38 AM
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Unless you doc says not to get the flu shot for some reason, I would go ahead and do it. The flu is no fun. I had it a number of years ago and was sick for about 5 weeks. Rather take that shot any old day, than to go through that again! ginnie
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12-28-2012, 07:24 PM
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I avoid all vaccines, They use an aluminum compound as an adjuvant to aggravate the immune system. Aluminum is not good from a weak brain much less any brain. My supplement regimen has kept me free of colds and flu for at least 15 years. If I get a cold, it lasts a few days max of sinus congestion. I also use a Chloraseptic type of spray on my throat before going to bed and a saline nose spray to help clear my sinuses.
A study done some time ago showed an increase in Alzheimer's like symptoms for seniors who have had a history of repeated flu shots. Maybe the skin prick flu shot or nasal spray flu vaccine has less of the aluminum. Not for me.
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12-28-2012, 08:02 PM
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I as well do not get annual flu shots/vaccine, and I never have.
Similarly to what Mark detailed above, I am simply 'suspect' of the 'advantages' vs. the potential 'disadvantages' ... including getting whatever strain of flu that the vaccine was not. Too many whom I know each year get 'the flu' anyway, despite having had the vaccine. I try to keep my immune system strong ... I am conscientiously a frequent handwasher ... I never open a public door with my hands ... nor touch elevator buttons directly ... and I use a waterless handcleaner frequently when out in public. If my doctor's waiting room is perhaps crowded with obviously ill folks w/respiratory distresses, sinus congestions, sneezes, congested coughs ... I let the receptionist know that I will be waiting outdoors.
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_____________________________ . 50s Babyboomer; 2008 high-impact rear-ended/totalled-MVC, closed-head injury->pcs ... "Still dealing with it." 1993, Fell on black ice; first closed-head injury; life-altering. // 2014 Now dealing with Peripheral Neuropathy, tremors, shakiness, vestibular disorder, akithesia, anhedonia, yada yada, likely thanks to rx meds // 2014: uprooted to the cold wet gray NW coast, trying to find a way back home ... where it's blue sky and warm! . __________________________________________________ _________ Each and every day I am better and better. I affirm and give thanks that it is so. // 2014-This was still true for me last year, I truly felt this a year ago. Unfortunately it holds no meaning for me now. Odd, it was the Theta mantra for years. Change change change. |
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12-29-2012, 08:55 AM
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I do have a compromised immune system and on suppliments. Only a doctor, or maybe an intergrated doctor can tell you for sure about what is in that injection.
My little adventure with the flu however was not something I ever forgot. I do not have PCS, so that may make a difference in your choice. The flu is bad, and can kill an older person. That is why I take the shot. ginnie |
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12-30-2012, 05:24 PM
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I chased down a no preservative (no mercury) for last 2days and finally had to go to a drug store 45min away to get it. All stores were out of all vaccines and the no preservatives where the first one to go....
I received 1 of 3 left at location. My daughter had got one as well
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What Happened: In 2011 I was in a MVA . Symptoms: Physical: I am always cold in any season!!I cannot tolerate anything pressure on my head(sun glasses,hats)longer then a hour,Lock jaw/Displaced TMJ, Dropsey, Hands go numb, Arms go numb, back of head numb (when asleep),Muscle spasms in face & upper body,migraines, concentration headaches, dizziness, nausea, neck and back trauma (from accident), tinnitus, extreme light sensitivity, noise sensitivity, EXTREME fatigue, impaired vestibular system, balance off, Pupils NEVER equal, disrupted sleep cycles,speech problems. Cognitive: Cognitive Behavior, Brain fog, impulsivity, speech problems, word finding problems, slowed processing speeds, impaired visual memory, impaired complex attention Emotional: Unable to handle stress or overstimulation without getting extremely irritable or angry, easily overstimulated, MAJOR depression, major anxiety, Panic attacks Treatment so far: Treatment for PCS,PTSD,Depression & panic,Vestibular therapy, Physical therapy, Vitamin Schedule,Walking,No Dairy, No eggs, No caffeine, No artificial coloring, Sleep with 2 pillows, Very little sugars consumed, Eat healthy,No alcohol, Medications, limit stress and overstimulation. ~*~Learn to treasure yourself and your Divinity. Be willing to accept yourself completely. Be yourself, be graceful, be kind, be wild, be weird ... be true to yourself~*~ |
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Ok so I got a non preservative flu shot 2weeks ago and all sudden the left side of nose will not stop running!Is this a common cold?Allergies?Side effect from flu shot?
It started in a sneeze attack then running none stop? Any feedback is appreciated? 
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What Happened: In 2011 I was in a MVA . Symptoms: Physical: I am always cold in any season!!I cannot tolerate anything pressure on my head(sun glasses,hats)longer then a hour,Lock jaw/Displaced TMJ, Dropsey, Hands go numb, Arms go numb, back of head numb (when asleep),Muscle spasms in face & upper body,migraines, concentration headaches, dizziness, nausea, neck and back trauma (from accident), tinnitus, extreme light sensitivity, noise sensitivity, EXTREME fatigue, impaired vestibular system, balance off, Pupils NEVER equal, disrupted sleep cycles,speech problems. Cognitive: Cognitive Behavior, Brain fog, impulsivity, speech problems, word finding problems, slowed processing speeds, impaired visual memory, impaired complex attention Emotional: Unable to handle stress or overstimulation without getting extremely irritable or angry, easily overstimulated, MAJOR depression, major anxiety, Panic attacks Treatment so far: Treatment for PCS,PTSD,Depression & panic,Vestibular therapy, Physical therapy, Vitamin Schedule,Walking,No Dairy, No eggs, No caffeine, No artificial coloring, Sleep with 2 pillows, Very little sugars consumed, Eat healthy,No alcohol, Medications, limit stress and overstimulation. ~*~Learn to treasure yourself and your Divinity. Be willing to accept yourself completely. Be yourself, be graceful, be kind, be wild, be weird ... be true to yourself~*~ |
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