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04-03-2013, 07:00 AM
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It does sound like it could be a sinus infection, on top of a head injury. When you hit your head, things swell up, making drainage of anything in the head more difficult. try alternating heat and ice, look up the vitamin thread here (it was bumped to the top recently), and remember to take it as easy as possible. I'm sure some of the more veteran member here will have more advice!
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Feb 24, 2012 - Slipped on a large puddle of ice at work, hitting the back of my head. No loss of consciousness, so I assumed I'd be back at work within a few days. I was wrong. When resting, symptoms are low. With exertion, I still suffer from fatigue, migraines, vision problems, problems thinking or reading, troubles sleeping, issues finding or getting words to my mouth when the headaches are bad, tinnitus, and thyroid issues which I think are due to the concussion. Seen one specialist, and now a few others through insurance review of my case. Hoping for further treatment. |
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04-03-2013, 12:18 PM
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When are you suppose to come back to your original country?You might want to look into a vestibular therapist for the balance issues etc.A vestibular therapist helps if you did knock your balance off.I wish the best to you.Acupuncture could help you possible while abroad.
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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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| "Thanks for this!" says: | CountNomula (04-04-2013) |
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04-03-2013, 05:53 PM
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I hadn't ruled out a sinus infection or allergies, but the fact that I have no other symptoms (ie, runny nose, itchy eyes, etc) makes me think otherwise. Plus, the symptoms appeared so close to my injury that I feel like it cannot be coincidence. If the symptoms persist I will attempt to get a scan of my sinuses to check, though.
This is not my first hard hit to the head, but it is the first that created symptoms that have lasted a while... the ones in the past I've shook off pretty easily. I've been on Google the past month self-diagnosing myself with everything and anything imaginable...  I'll be back in the US in July... so I'm still a few months off. When I do get back I'll be uninsured until I can find another teaching position, so my best bet may be to try and find care here. I am going to try to investigate acupuncture and therapeutic massage. When my headaches first appeared, I was able to control them with self-massaging my neck (many of my headaches radiated upwards from my neck). If anyone has any advice on my symptoms, and what I should be asking for from a doctor if/when I go to visit I would appreciate it greatly. The past two times I've gone I've been brushed off (very frustrating), and I want to make sure I'm getting the proper scans and diagnostics done! |
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04-03-2013, 10:48 PM
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Have you been assessed for a CSF leak?
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04-03-2013, 11:15 PM
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Count,
Is there an American compound anywhere near ? My cousin worked in China and lived in an American compound with full American services. His compound was for the petroleum industry. The spinal fluid leak is a valid concern. You may also have injured your upper neck. Try icing your upper neck. I suggest you plan ahead and arrange for health insurance to start upon your return. You should be able to apply for Blue Cross or something else online with overnight mail for signatures.
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04-04-2013, 12:13 AM
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I was wondering abut CSF leak... but doesn't it usually manifest outwardly? I just figured that my sinuses were overproducing mucus in my ears from the trauma... However, I may mention the CSF issue when I do see another neurologist. It was a steady drain in the back of my throat, but now it is mostly only when I pop my ears that I feel some drainage. The pressure has waned a little (but still there often), but it has left me with a sense of heaviness and sensitivity in my ears when not feeling the pressure.
I can access a Chinese neuro. It is just the mental aspect of navigating the Chinese healthcare system which is overwhelming to me. Mark, about the insurance... will they cover my doctor visits considering that it happened prior to getting the coverage? If so I can apply now and try to use it here in an expat hospital... Thanks for all of the help and advice so far! |
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04-04-2013, 04:46 AM
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Obamacare has stopped the insurance companies from considering pre-existing conditions.
We had a poster here long ago (Vini) who had a CSF leak into his sinus. One way they fix them is clog them with the patient's blood so it clots.
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