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Thanks for your replies - why dont we listen? yes I think i did too much too soon, should have listened to you all! but then you think you can be different dont you? Never mind just one day at a time now! Caroline

Hi Joanne I returned to work on a phased return 6 months after my SAH in June 2008, just did a couple of afternoons, I was keen to go back an prove I was ok, however the journey in was enough!, didnt have much to do and work were very good, no pressure, however was extremley tired, couldnt be bothered and no interest. I am now on another 2 weeks sick and considering early retirement and change of job and hopefully a fresh start! Hope you continue to make a good recovery, you will alwatys find help and advice here. Caroline

Hi Donna Why dont you try doing some exercise at home, have you got a bike! or go for walks, it wont cost you anything. If you do something everyday you will notice a difference. Hope this helps Caroline

Welcome, good to read your story. I'm pleased you have made a good recovery, and you are happy in your new job - I have tried to return to get some normality back but very tiring. So good to hear you doing ok now Caroline

I thought that energy levels improved over time, but I have less energy now (7 months post SAH). Am begining to wonder if I will ever feel better! Has anyone else found this? Caroline

I read somewhere that tomato seeds contain nicotine! so all you smokers eat loads! Caroline

Welcome to a great site. I am 7 months post SAH and thought I was doing ok, then a cold knocked me back! still get tired and lack energy. I was able to drive 6 months after and what a relief that was. Take it easy and sleep when you have to. Caroline

Hi Debbie Early days for you, take it easy and rest, my SAH was in June 2008, anything you want to ask go ahead, this is a great site with lots of support and advice, happy for you to PM me if it helps Caroline

Perhap you can help - I am a manager for a Behaviour Support Service in a Local Education Authority. I was keen to return to work 6 months after my SAH and couldnt wait to see people again and to have some sort of normality back in my life but after going back for a couple of half days a week, I'm not so sure it is what I want to do or if I want to be there, I really couldnt give a monkies about what is happening and look forward to coming home again, I have always worked and given it my all, working long hours and having sleepless nights about it! My husband thinks I should push for ill health retirement and then do something completely different. I still get tired. What do you think? Thanks Caroline

Hi My hair was all over the place for a few months! and grey! but had it dyed about 5 months after SAH - wasnt ready to stay grey just yet!, I also struggled with looking in the mirror, lost so much weight as well, but begining to get used to it now. Having my hair done was good, made me feel much better, you will too! Caroline

Hi Karen I have replyed to Stephanie, in case she wants to get in touch Caroline

Welcome Barbara, you will find some answers on here, early days for you though! I hope you continue to progress, everyday it gets better. This is a wonderful site with lots of support. Caroline

Hi Terry Hang on in there it does get better! I am 6 months post SAH and just returning to work part time. Everyday is a step the right way. you will have good days, look after yourself Caroline

Hi Just a note to thank you all for your advice and support since my SAH in June, this is such a worthwhile site that gives survivors somewhere to turn to. I have started back to work this week for two mornings on a phased return. No longer is work a priority in life and I really appreciate what is important to me, but it is good to be back and experiencing some 'normality'. Once again thank you. Caroline

Hi My memory pre SAH was not affected, I can still remember most things, have to make lists and write things down to remember, short term though. Had no memory of anyone coming to see me when in hosptial. Things do get better! Caroline

Hi Pru Yes I have had some deafness and Tinnitius in my right ear since my SAH, have been for a hearing test am waiting to see consultant. Its very annoying but perhaps a small price to pay! Hope yours improves soon caroline

Hi Just be patient and give it time - easier said than done I know, my husband and daughters visited me everyday for a month and I dont remember! was hard for them I know, but I've come through the other side and am making good progress. Things will get better, take care Caroline

This is a great site for survivors, lots of advice, help and just good to talk to people. Welcome Caroline

Hi Pru Will PM you about driving, I had to stop driving because of shunt, you may be ok, check with doctor/consultant Take care Caroline

Hi Glad to hear you are ok, I too am 6 months post SAH and just got my driving licence back today! wonderful feeling. Caroline

Welcome to a great site, hope you are progressing well, lots of advice on here.Chat soon Caroline

Hi Richard Welcome to a great site, glad you are progressing well, mine was in June so early days! Caroline

I am 6 months post SAH, was fatigued for first few months after coming out of hospital, now I dont very often sleep during the day but always sleep well at night from 10 til 6. Not started back at work yet expect to be tired then. Have got a bit more energy for doing things now. Caroline

Well done for going back, I'm looking forward to going back and meeting everyone again, will let you know how I feel when I do, take it easy and slowly and dont over do it regards Caroline

Hi The consultant said there was no worries about drinking coffee, can do everything as normal. Caroline