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08-21-2014, 10:26 AM
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My early NPA reported: "Patient’s speech was paraphasic with notable word finding difficulties. He misreported his age as 40. He was unable to follow a 3-step command but was able to follow some 2-step commands. He registered 3 of 3 words, but could not recall any with distraction or identify any when provided with multiple choice cues. The patient produced some confused speech and numerous paraphasic errors. He reports difficulties with memory and decision making. He does display an aphasic disturbance as well as confusion and difficulties with attention and memory." Five months post accident, the follow up NPA reported: "On examination, the patient demonstrated intact cognition in all domains assessed including learning and memory, attention, processing speed, language skills and executive functions. He has shown an excellent recovery from his severe injury only five months age. From a cognitive standpoint there are no concerns with respect to the patient returning to work full time or returning to driving.” Every brain injury is different and they heal differently. I consider my recovery miraculous but not unique. Thanks for the thread, very best to all of you. 
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What Happened: On November 29, 2010, I was walking across the street and was hit by a light rail commuter train. Result was a severe traumatic brain injury and multiple fractures (skull, pelvis, ribs). Total hospital stay was two months, one in ICU followed by an additional month in neuro-rehab. Upon hospital discharge, neurological testing revealed deficits in short term memory, executive functioning, and spatial recognition. Today: Neuropsychological examination five months post-accident indicated a return to normal cognitive functioning, and I returned to work approximately 6 months after the accident. I am grateful to be alive and am looking forward to enjoying the rest of my life. Last edited by Lightrail11; 08-21-2014 at 12:01 PM. |
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08-21-2014, 05:30 PM
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I have a lot to be thankful for. I had a supportive family. I too found my real friends and friends here too.
I took this year of healing and wrote about it. I just published my book and it's called Make Art from Your Splattered, Scattered Brain: my journey through post-concussion syndrome. It's now available at amazon. I don't want to sound like a commercial, but doing that book was really very positive for me and I encourage anyone to find the things you CAN do to help you feel better. poetrymom
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[SIZE="1"]What happened. I was in a car accident 2-23-2013, and got a mild concussion from it. I had some time off for brain rest, got somewhat better, but slipped into PCS in March 2013. Symptoms I had: dizziness, light and sound sensitivity, fatigue, tinitis, occasional headaches and migraines, Symptoms as of 5--2013: poor sleep, tinitis, some confusion /short term memory blanks, balance. The other symptoms are mostly gone, but flare up if I OVERdo something. Therapy I had: vestibular 3 months in: I could drive more and for longer distances. I felt like a younger, happier version of myself and I feel so blessed to have this feeling. 9 months in and I am working full time. I do get tired, and some sound and light sensitivity from time to time, but mostly I am over most of my symptoms. I pray every day and I m praying for your recovery. Over a year in: I can multi task (limited) and have humor in my life. But when I am tired, I am very tired. |
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08-21-2014, 08:44 PM
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I can't sit on the computer all day like I used to, so I've been doing low key chores around the house, when I have the energy. My house is so much more organized than it used to be! Papers are filed, drawers organized, books sorted alphabetically and magazines ordered by type and date. I'd trade it all to be back at work in an instant, but it's important to think of the positives. Thanks for the reminder :-)
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