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Linda Hunter

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  1. you are all so positive. I suffered tinnitus before SAH but this is different for me it is more like a pressure noise. I thought when I left hospital 3 werks ago.I would be fine but the headaches feel like they are worse this week. Hence visiting ED this weekend. I am now understanding that this has changed my life. Thank you all for your positive feedback. It helps so much and that No I am Not Alone. Cheers Linda and Jack
  2. Hi everyone, Just checking in for a bit of a vent. I had a really bad attack of headache so went to Emergency Department on Saturday. I think it was a combination of pain that would not go away, pressure noise/feeling in my ears/head and fear. After a re-scan my local hospital were happy everything was ok and were in touch with the Neuro Surgeons where I was admitted when I had the bleed. They admitted me overnight for observation and discharged me yesterday afternoon. They did say that it can take 6 months for pain to go away. Does any have the pressure noise? They said if the pressure or pain gets worse, go back to them. Its hard to determine when you need to go to hospital and rule out anxiety. I am sure they thought I was a bit of a woose. Anyway that was my last few days. It seems to come in waves and my ears pop. Vent over for now. Hope this finds everyone well and happy. Love from Linda and Jack (my little dog)
  3. Yes it is Spring but still s bit cold for me. I like the hot weather as long as my aircon is on, haha. I live in a suburb called Rockingham where as are you? Or are we not allowed to ask those questions
  4. Hi Sami, I understand about the privacy of medications. I realise I have a long journey ahead of me now, perhaps it was denial or not really understanding the magnitude of what happened to me. I feel a bit of a fraud as all of you guys needed surgery etc. I only spent 8 days in hospital. My daughter kept telling me "Mum you were so lucky" and it is only just sinking in, I was lucky compared to other peoples stories. You are all inspirational. My story started initially getting a echo stress test for heart palpitations. I got my heart rate up by 87% and got straight on the bed so the technician could ultrasound my heart. As soon as I lay down the Thunder Clap came with all the other symptoms that go with it. My bp soured and I thought I was dying. They didn't seem overly concerned and after about 45 mins I was ok accept for a bit of a headache. I don't do much on a daily basis as I am retired due to other medical problems and I went about my day but around the same time I had my stress test the day before I got the Thunder Clap again. I reluctantly went to the Emergency Room as I thought I was having a migraine and they did a CT Scan. They then transferred me to another hospital that was more equipped with Neurosurgery Teams. That is when they told me I had a SAH. During the 8 days in hospital they did an MRI and then an Angiogram and loads of medications. They discharged me as I said 8 days later with no information. I booked an appointment with a GP and he is going to do a care plan starting with all my medications. The Drs in the hospital did not or would not say the bleed was because of the stress test but I truly believe it was. When your bp goes to 250 it must have ramifications on a 63 year old. Anyway I am happy I survived because I have a beautiful daughter and 4 yr old grandson who I adore and of course my little dog Jack. He is a 3 yr old Moodle, crossed toy poodle and Maltese, weighs 3 kgs and has had 3 owners. I have only had him 3 months and he is still getting to trust me. He is beautiful but can be a bit grumpy, like his Mum, lol. I hope to make friends with people who understands and look forward to talking with everyone. Have a great day. Cheers Linda
  5. Thanks Casey & Michelle for your kind words. I am still trying to navigate the site. I have always used computers at work but new technology and smart phones are a bit hard for me (I am 63). Hospital did not say how long I should expect my recovery to be and I suppose everyone is different. I am still getting headaches, nausea, I feel incredibly tired and I have like a pressure noise in my head/ears. I think it is more about knowing that what symptoms I have is normal and part of the recovery. I am having a bad day today so I am feeling a bit sorry for myself. How long did it take before you got back to your normal life? I am retired and live alone with my little dog, Jack. I don't do too much now but enjoy pottering, I watered my little garden and felt lousy after. So it was back to bed, pain killer under the tongue, and dozed. Did they give you any nausea and strong pain meds when you got out of hospital? By the way I live in Perth Australia, I think this forum is British! I emigrated to Australia when I was 23 from Birmingham. I must check out the green room as I love a bit of banter. Cheers Linda
  6. Hi, I have just registered having suffered a small SAH. I am still reeling from the whole experience. I was discharged on 23 August having been in hospital for just over a week. I feel I didn't have any information on discharge and no ongoing support. I am feeling scared and every time I get a headache I think I am going to get the Thunder Clap and, well to be honest, die. I would love to hear from anyone who has had a small SAH and your journey. Thanks in advance.
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