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Fatigue is about the only legacy I have from my SAH after 2 and a bit years. It got better up to about a year, but even now, the fatigue still hits me pretty hard sometimes, and it takes me much longer to recover from it. Regards Keith

Vasospasm is a constriction of the arteries feeding the brain which typically occurs between 4 and 10 days following a subarachnoid haemorrhage. It is one of the major complications following SAH and causes stroke like symptoms. A drug called Nimodipine is usually given for 3 weeks following SAH to help reduce any effects of vasospasm. Hope this helps Keith

Truly multitasking then Karen I can't do that, I'm a bloke :lol: Regards Keith

Not a laughing matter, I know, but I had to laugh. How false? Keith

Hi Nyx Welcome to behindthegray. The doctors have no way of knowing how your mum will be when she wakes up. My wife was told the same and I've gone on to make a very good recovery. Glad you've found us, you'll get a lot of very good support here. Regards Keith

Hi Prue You are required by law to inform the DVLA of your SAH or any medical condition which affects your fitness to drive. The hospital will not usually do it for you. There is a form to fill in. The DVLA medical advisers will decide if and when you are fit to drive in consultation with your neurosurgeon and your GP. See: How to tell DVLA about a medical condition You need to fill in form B1 which can be downloaded at the following page: If you are applying for or currently hold a car or motorcycle licence (group one) See also: What happens after you have told DVLA about your medical condition You must also inform your insurance company. I was given permission to continue driving after 3 months, but it does vary depending on whether you've had complications, like epileptic seizures, for example, and it could take up to a year. Hope this helps. Regards Keith

Hi Anne I have the opposite problem, I need to go to the loo more now, especially in the mornings. I do drink a lot of fluids, but I'm also on BP medication and one of the pills is a mild diuretic, so that is probably why. The doc is right though ... what goes in must come out. Even with fluid retention I would have thought it would eventually balance out. Regards Keith

Karen, don't think you are upsetting anyone. We love good news here. It's great to hear you're finally getting your Mum back. Miracle lady indeed Regards Keith

Hi Phil I often get a numbness and tingling on the outer side of my right thigh which I never got before. It feels cold rather than hot, probably due to the numbness. I did mention it to my GP, but he's never found the cause, so I don't know whether it's due to SAH or not. I would suspect it is though, as it's only been happening since SAH. Regards Keith

Hi Shiree Yes, we've all had those fears and they do pass with time. From what I understand, once we have been fixed, we are no more likely to have another SAH than the general population. Maybe just a slightly increased risk. The future is out of our hands. Live for the present and enjoy life. Regards Keith

Hi Anne I do find I have to concentrate a lot more now to do things that would be second nature before SAH. I don't think you ever entirely get used to it, but I have learned to live with it. Some aspects of my work require special care as if I make a mistake, I could potentially kill or seriously injure someone. I just have to make sure that I carefully check everything and if I'm not sure, I check it again. I no longer have a problem with faces or names; that has got better with time, but I do get my mords wuddled from time to time As for details: I just have to remember to write everything down. Regards Keith

I've not seen it yet, but I will do. You can watch it at the link below: http://www.ted.com/index.php/talks/jill ... sight.html Regards Keith

Hi Claire and welcome to behindthegray The tiredness and exhaustion seems to be the main legacy of SAH for most of us. After 2 years, It's about the only thing that reminds me of that day my life changed forever. Regards Keith

Hi Phil and welcome to behindthegray. Strange sensations in the head are quite common at your early stage. Even 2 years down the line I still get the odd twinge. As for your life changing forever, whatever sort of recovery you make, I'm sure it has. I have made a complete recovery, but it has changed my life for sure. Regards Keith

Hi Beth Welcome to behindthegray. There's a wealth of experience here, so anything you need to ask .... Good luck with your angiogram. Regards Keith

Hi Thanks for sharing your story and welcome to behindthegray. Regards Keith

My short term memory is dreadful, mainly when I'm tired. I can be told something and a few seconds later, it's gone. I go into rooms or open cupboards and can't remember why. I mix up my words or can't even find the word I want. Strangely enough, it only seems to be trivial stuff I forget. At work, for example, I have to juggle many things in my head and I rarely forget anything. Regards Keith

Good luck Myra At least you won't have too long to dwell on it. It will all be over before you know it. Will be thinking of you on the 20th. Regards Keith

Hi Evelyn My two boys were both affected by what happened to me. The youngest was only 7 at the time and it affected him badly. He seemed to bottle it up and it was several months later that we realised how badly it had affected him. My oldest was 12 at the time and he asked lots of questions and he was told him everything he wanted to know and he seemed to understand, although I'm not sure he took all of it in. They couldn't understand why sometimes I was different and couldn't always do things with them that I did before. I think that they craved the attention that I couldn't always give them. They are both fine now and neither of them is afraid to talk about it. With them both being so young they soon bounced back and I'm pleased to say we enjoy a normal Father/Son relationship. Having said that, they still can't fully understand why I get so tired and irritable sometimes and want to be left alone. Having my boys around me helped no end with my recovery, even if they did drive me mad ... still do sometimes All of my family were very supportive, except my Brother spreading doom and gloom at the beginning, but then he did drive my Mum and Dad 250 miles to see me in Hospital. He then realised that things might not be as bad as his 5 minute Google search had told him. Regards Keith

Hi Myra I seem much less prone to colds and things now. I even get less headaches than before ... can't remember when I last had one! Like Janet, though, I find that when I do go down with something, it takes me much longer to recover. Regards Keith

Hi Nurianna Yes, isn't it great when the bad days get further apart? Sound's like you're doing well I know what you mean about saying "no". It's very hard to do sometimes, but you have to. I found in the early weeks, visitors would wear me out completely and sometimes it was almost impossible to tell them politely that I'd had enough without appearing rude. Regards Keith

Hi Welcome to behindthegray. I can't really add much more that hasn't already been said, except stay positive, it's early days and these things can take time, as many here will testify. You will find lots of support here. I'm not a carer or a sufferer ... more a survivor Regards Keith

Donna's story can now be viewed on the homepage or at the following link: http://behindthegray.co.uk/welcome/inde ... &Itemid=28 Regards Keith

Hi Caroline I like a Guinness or three as well In fact, that was the first alcoholic drink I had post SAH (about 2 months after) and it made my head spin and brought me out in a rash, so take it easy. Regards Keith

Hi Caroline No, I don't think that is wrong. I went back to work after 3.5 months, which I know now was too soon. Although I suffered physically, It did wonders for me mentally, as I felt that things were finally returning to normal. Don't go back until YOU are ready and be prepared for a step back in your recovery. Regards Keith