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Lesley, I'm 19 months and cry at the most silliest of things. I even cry at Jeremy Kyle or programmes like that, it is really ridiculous. I also find that I speak the truth now to people where as before I wouldn't have said anything. Like you, I don't shout or swear I just speak the truth! I also don't know whether I get panic attacks, I do get a very tight chest etc so it could be but my doc thought it was more asthma related and sent me to a specialist. I also am very insecure, get very upset that Simon won't love me anymore because of my headaches etc. Know that is stupid and irrational as well but it doesn't stop me thinking it sometimes. Know this doesn't help you much Lesley but at least you know that others are going through the same. Laura xx

Sorry I can't help but haven't noticed that I get tired jaws. Laura xx

John, I must admit i think i've been fairly lucky with this sort of thing and people tend to still be fine with me. People have asked me though if because I have had a 'brain problem' (their words!) that I am now struggling for intelligence!! I say no and that sometimes I get my words mixed up but still it does not affect my intelligence!! Laura xx

I'm like Ninja I go to a few concerts and usually!! the noise doesn't make me feel like my head is bursting but if I am tired or concentrating for a long while then it does. It does get easier at times but then it happens more often again, I feel like I am going round in circles sometimes!! Laura xx

Hi Quokkagirl, Welcome it sounds like you are in exactly the same position as me. I returned to work after my SAH rthen after a few months running round as a primary school teacher and not listening to my body I had 5 months on the sick to recuperate. I went back 4 weeks ago and have been signed off again. My consultant/ doctor have now advised me to come out of teaching but unfortunately I can't afford pt as still paying student loans etc. Janet is correct, I have just had a successful claim from my insurance company on my critcal illness cover and I have been to the bank to pay off my mortgage in full. If you want to private message me about any insurances you have that you are not sure about I will gladfully help. I've still got one other claim in so don't know if that will pay out yet. It sounds silly but I have so many student loans etc that I will still struggle each month but obviously that will help. I will try and be as much help as I can so feel free to get in touch. Take care Laura xx

Janet, Shame you have to wait another 8 weeks but good that the consultant is willing to answer any questions, thats more than my consultant!!! Lets hope you get some good news once you see him again. Take care Laura xx

Hi Nita, Yes must say I would be in the same situation if Simon couldn't chaffeur me for some reason. When I have been at QE in Birmingham, I have seen patient ambulances from Coventry so I would say that there is a transport service. If you ring the secretary at the hospital, they should be able to help. Good luck Laura xx

Thanks everyone for your replies so far. Jess- there can't be lot between us age wise then- I take it you are around 28-29. I turned 29 in May. Laura xx

Mine is more when i'm tired and more affects the back of my head. I very rarely feel it all over. Laura xx

Poor Simon keeps trying to take me out for drives to get my out and get some fresh air but I feel really guilty as I always get really sicky headaches. Its worse if country lanes etc and have never been a great passenger but much much worse now. I then get shaky legs trying to get out the car. Am I just abnormal? Thanks Laura xx

I'm being nosey as can't remember if i'm the youngest member of this site to have a SAH so far. I'm wondering if there is some correlation between job/ age etc and would love to do some research but unfortunately don't know where to get help from! Anyway I'm digressing from my question, I was 27 when my SAH occcured. I understand completely if you don't want to be specific with age but wondered what sort of age was most common. Thanks Laura xx

Hi Diane Sorry to have you have had a setback. I don't unfortunately know in Australia about cards etc but Vivien yes I agree I have one of those headway cards with my name etc on that I carry around in my puse so if anything did happen they would know I was a brain injury survivor. Sorry I can't be more help Laura xx

Welcome Marie to this wonderful group of supportive people. I'm 19 months on and still cry all the time at the stupidest of programmes/ someone talking to me or basically anything!! Take care and look after yourself- hope your operation goes ok. Laura xx

Hi Debs and welcome to this fab family. I think its a common side effect of SAH, one day my confidence is bubblin over and the next minute its at an all time low. I'm hoping mine will improve too. Take care and look after yourself Laura xx

Hi cyberhorse Mel, Welcome to this web site, it has been a fab support to me and I'm sureit will to you too. You are very early in your recovery, I am 19 months on and still struggling. You need to take care and listen to your body. Speak soon Laura xx

I flew last year to Greece 10 months after my SAH and ws fine- extra tired and a headache but ok. I always chew gum anyway on a flight as my ears always pop anyway so that was no different. I have booked my holiday for this year to Greece and am not overly worried. Next year Simon wants to use our tesco vouchers to go to America, now I'm not so sure- thats such a long flight Laura xx

No surprise about your nightmares, I would be too. I need to go to the dentist but keep putting it off as scared anyway without thinking about you and the poor time you have had. Take care and let us know how you get on Laura xx

Ellen, Welcome to btg- a fab website. I'm in the same boat as you- I teach too. I had my SAH 19 months ago and went back after 2 months, I lasted about 9 months and then have just had a 5 month spell off because I felt so bad and they thought it was another bleed. I have been back to school 3 weeks on part time hours and have now been advised by my doctor, consultant and occupational health to come out of teaching because it is too stressful. My doctor says my brain doesn't have time to relax before starting again in a profession like teaching so I am in the process of trying to find something else. If you want to pm me for a chat, then please do. Hope your school are sympathetic Laura xx

Sorry to read that Pam, no wonder that was a big shock. Take care Laura xx

I'm going to Greece in July and need to get travel insurance. How long after SAH do you need to declare it? I've got to be careful anyway because of my undiagnosed chest complaint and my headaches etc. Does anyone suggest a company they have used? Last year I used flexicover direct. I am not going to buy insurance till i've seen the chest consultant on Wednesday but appreciate any advice. Thanks Laura xx

John, I was getting dizzy spells when I got up when I was suffering from my headaches so badly that I struggled to get off the settee. With my dizziness, it seems to depend how severe my headache is, if you understand what I mean. I do still go quite dizzy though at times Laura xx

Hi Linzi, I'm so sorry to hear you news. I can completely understand your frustrations. I also thought about sueing my NHS trust ( or at least my dada wanted me too).To be honest though after all I'd been through I just wanted to get fit again and carry on and I was just happy to be alive! Think hard about your operation. Unfortunately only you can make that decision with advive from friends and family. Take care, and if you want to pm to talk- feel free Laura xx

Great to hear from you Cal, glad Jim is feeling well enough to go back to work. Tell him to take it easy though and get plenty of rest. Laura xx

Tina, I really regret going back so early and I think that had an impact on my health over the few months that I did work, I struggled but coped if you know what I mean. Then in September I did great for a month and then got struck down again. I have just gone back and am finding it hard. It is not so much the teaching, its everything else that comes with it and I'm just so tired and emotional that its ridiculous! I cried yesterday to the school nurse and then back to my class, i thought looking ok but not great and 3 children (5-6 year olds), 1 parent/ governor and my TA came and asked me why i'm i was crying I completely agree about the knowing others bit, I was so relieved to find this site. Hope Mike has been as supportive as my Simon because that makes things slightly easier too. Take care Laura xx

Welcome Tina to this fabulous site I am suffering from emotional problems at the minute too and my SAH was 19 months ago. I went back to work 8 weeks after my SAH and then worked for about 8 months before being hit with headaches that I couldn't control and dizziness etc. I have just returned to work after a 5 month stint and now am struggling. This site has been such a blessing and I have 'met' so many supportive people and I am sure they will be as supportive for you. This is a wonderful place to be. Take care Laura xx