 |
|
| Traumatic Brain Injury and Post Concussion Syndrome For traumatic brain injury (TBI) and post concussion syndrome (PCS). |
| Reply |
|
|
Thread Tools | Display Modes |
03-29-2013, 11:13 AM
|
#1 | |||
|
||||
|
Member
|
Just when I was finally start to get through 1 week with no symptoms, a stomach virus comes head on to me yesterday night. I still have it, it sucks, and now since I am sick, I can't digest my vitamin supplements, so my moods are off. And my muscle spasms are worse due to the body aches. Headaches also. Insomnia I have always had when I am sick, but it doesn't help my final stages of recovery. >< Ugh, helppp!
__________________
College Student in Information Technology and avid PC Gamer, hit the back of my head against a bunk bed and went unconscious for 3 minutes back in 10-28-2012. Symptoms: Occipital Neuralgia. 2 MRI's and CT normal. Currently going through Paxil withdrawals, and psych has me on L-Theanine, Benadryl for zaps, and Lemon Balm. It has eased it by a bit, so I am continuing the treatment till 1 month from now. Made a 98% recovery on April 8, 2013 with only symptoms of pinched nerves/Occipital Neuralgia in the head and is being treated with injections and physical therapy. Was experiencing: Migraines, Headaches, Nausea and Vomiting, Panic Attacks and Anxiety, Depression, Major Insomnia, Brain Fog, Tinnitus, Lethargy, Loss of appetite, Major Heart Palpitations, Occipital Neuralgia has eased a bit. Vitamins and Medicines: , L-Theanine, Omega 3 Super DHA 900mg, Stress B-Complex Extra Strength, Potassium Gluconate 1000mg, Magnesium Malate 1250mg, Vitamin D3 2000 IU, Methylcobalamin B-12 5000 mcg, Vitamin C 500mg, Lemon Balm. Things that helped me: My Vitamin Regimen, Medication, Earplugs (Love these!), Nature Sounds, Hydrotherapy, Neck Pillow with Heat, Heating Pads, Resting, Being Outside! |
|||
|
 Reply With Quote
|
|
03-29-2013, 11:44 AM
|
#2 | |||
|
||||
|
Member
|
Sorry Consider. That is the last thing you need is the flu. Sure hope you get feeling better soon. Try a little ginger ale or sprite. This always helps to settle my stomach and keeps you from getting dehydrated.
Hope this is just the 24 hour kind. Brain 
__________________
Brain patch. . Had MVA in 2006 resulting in post concussive syndrome manifested by cognitive impairment, chronic pain/ fatigue. Chronic pain of head, neck, back, left leg. Other problems include REM sleep behavior disorder, nocturnal frontal lobe epilepsy, chronic migraines associated with nausea/vertigo, episodes of passing out, hypoglycemia, liver dysfunction (had accidental overdose of acetaminophen in 2009) had liver and kidney failure, hernia, degenerative disc disease with compression of nerve root, PTSD, and other problems associated with functioning problems from traumatic brain injury (light, sound sensitive, easily overloaded, easily distracted, cannot focus, anxiety problems etc.) |
|||
|
|
Reply With Quote
|
|
03-29-2013, 12:01 PM
|
#3 | ||
|
|||
|
Member
|
Poor you! It will pass quckly, hopefully. Stay hydrated!
__________________
What happened: Legs pulled forward by a parent's hockey stick while resting at the side of the rink at a family skate....sent me straight back. I hit the back of my head (with helmet) on the ice, bounced a few times, unconscious for a few minutes. September 11, 2011. Off work since then…I work part-time at home when I can. It has been hell but slowly feeling better (when I am alone☺). Current symptoms: Vision problems (but 20/20 in each eye alone!) – convergence insufficiency – horizontal and vertical (heterophoria), problems with tracking and saccades, peripheral vision problems, eyes see different colour tints; tinnitus 24/7 both ears; hyperacusis (noise filter gone!), labyrinthian (inner ear) concussion, vestibular dysfunction (dizzy, bedspins, need to look down when walking); partial loss of sense of smell; electric shocks through head when doing too much; headaches; emotional lability; memory blanks; difficulty concentrating. I still can’t go into busy, noisy places. Fatigue. Executive functioning was affected – multi-tasking, planning, motivation. Slight aphasia. Shooting pain up neck and limited mobility at neck. Otherwise lucky! Current treatments: Vestibular therapy, Vision therapy, amantadine (100 mg a day), acupuncture and physiotherapy for neck, slow return to exercise, magnesium, resveratrol, omega 3 fish oils, vitamins D, B and multi. Optimism and perserverance. |
||
|
|
Reply With Quote
|
|
03-29-2013, 02:53 PM
|
#4 | ||
|
|||
|
Member
|
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)
__________________
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 |
||
|
|
Reply With Quote
|
| "Thanks for this!" says: | Brain patch (03-29-2013) |
|
03-29-2013, 03:45 PM
|
#5 | ||
|
|||
|
Member
|
Ouch.
Yep, something none of us want or need. A Viral Illness, all that to add to our already challenged system. Dehydration is a worry for sure. Even if you have to use things like Pedialyte, or Pediasure - keep up the fluids and supplementation plus water; lots of water. When sick with the flu, whether stomach or respiratory we are losing fluids with everything we do - breathing, bathroom, sweats, everything - at a faster rate than usual. Our bodies are in high gear working to expell the offensive microbial infestations causing our illness, making antibodies, taking everything it needs from our reserves to assure it can win that internal battle. Get well , Best wishes, Feed a cold, Starve a fever, always give your body fluids when sick. 
__________________
. Current: Changes of more insomnia, new reviews with findings of more Depression, tremors, vertigo, tinnitus, loss of focus, fatigue; SSDI - accepted on Depression, Cognitive Deficits; Seizures ruled out, mTBI changes including cognitive slowing/lapses. Medication update: Topamax 200mg twice daily it seems to minimize daily headaches to a 1-2/10 quality(I still know they are there); and acute headaches erupt without warnings. |
||
|
|
Reply With Quote
|
| "Thanks for this!" says: | Brain patch (03-30-2013) |
|
03-29-2013, 04:19 PM
|
#6 | |||
|
||||
|
Member
|
I hope you're feeling better quickly! Don't worry you'll be back where you were in no time!
CC
__________________
I'm a 39 year old, female, accountant. On July 2, 2012 I crashed my bike at the end of a 65KM road ride. I was fine that day but woke up the next morning to my current world. Ongoing symptoms include: dizziness, blurred vision, light and noise sensitivities, cognitive problems, uncontrollable emotions/depression/anxiety, headaches (but they're getting better), mental and physical fatigue, difficulty communicating and sleep disturbances. Currently seeing a fabulous Neuro Psychologist and vestibular physiotherapist and hoping to soon see a neuro ophthalmologist. I am currently doing 20 minute stationary bike rides daily, 20 minutes of meditating, 15 minutes of Lumosity and lots of resting. I have not been able to work or drive since the accident. The things that have helped me the most since the accident are vestibular therapy, gel eye drops (for blurred vision, sensitivity and dryness), amitriptyline (10mg), and meditating. I am finally starting to see some slight improvements and am hopeful! My brain WANTS to heal itself... I just have to let it and stop trying to get better! |
|||
|
|
Reply With Quote
|
|
03-29-2013, 11:17 PM
|
#7 | |||
|
||||
|
Member
|
Feeling a bit better now, was able to get my vitamins down and get some rest in. I also listened to some relaxation tapes while I was resting in my bed, was very soothing for my mind!
__________________
College Student in Information Technology and avid PC Gamer, hit the back of my head against a bunk bed and went unconscious for 3 minutes back in 10-28-2012. Symptoms: Occipital Neuralgia. 2 MRI's and CT normal. Currently going through Paxil withdrawals, and psych has me on L-Theanine, Benadryl for zaps, and Lemon Balm. It has eased it by a bit, so I am continuing the treatment till 1 month from now. Made a 98% recovery on April 8, 2013 with only symptoms of pinched nerves/Occipital Neuralgia in the head and is being treated with injections and physical therapy. Was experiencing: Migraines, Headaches, Nausea and Vomiting, Panic Attacks and Anxiety, Depression, Major Insomnia, Brain Fog, Tinnitus, Lethargy, Loss of appetite, Major Heart Palpitations, Occipital Neuralgia has eased a bit. Vitamins and Medicines: , L-Theanine, Omega 3 Super DHA 900mg, Stress B-Complex Extra Strength, Potassium Gluconate 1000mg, Magnesium Malate 1250mg, Vitamin D3 2000 IU, Methylcobalamin B-12 5000 mcg, Vitamin C 500mg, Lemon Balm. Things that helped me: My Vitamin Regimen, Medication, Earplugs (Love these!), Nature Sounds, Hydrotherapy, Neck Pillow with Heat, Heating Pads, Resting, Being Outside! |
|||
|
|
Reply With Quote
|
| "Thanks for this!" says: | Brain patch (03-30-2013) |
| Reply |
|
|
Similar Threads
|
||||
| Thread | Forum | |||
| Stabbing stomach | Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy (RSD and CRPS) | |||
| stomach neuropathy | Peripheral Neuropathy | |||
| RSD and the stomach | Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy (RSD and CRPS) | |||
| the stomach bug | The Stumble Inn | |||
Stomach Flu.
Linear Mode
