Tina60 Posted October 25, 2010 Share Posted October 25, 2010 Hi all, I wanted to tell my story as I think I have been very lucky and hopefully it may help someone feel a bit more positive! I had my SAH on 30th July 2010, my daughters 6th birthday. We had been out to Alton Towers for her birthday - I only went on kiddy rides with her, nothing too exciting! We got home and I put her to bed. Later on that night I suddenly felt like I was being hit around the head and had to rush to the loo to be sick. My neck was also killing me. I thought it was a really bad migraine so took some Ibuprofen and went back to bed. I don't remember the next 36 hours. My boyfriend at the time (now my ex but thats another story!) couldn't get any sense out of me in the morning so got me to walk downstairs and sat me on the sofa. My poor little girl was there, trying to give me a drink of water and saying it would make me feel better if I drink it, bless her. An ambulance was called and the paramedics took me to A & E. First they thought I might have meningitus, but a C/T scan showed the bleed due to an anurism bursting. I came to in the neuro SCU, where a nurse was telling me I was off to theatre. I had no idea what was going on. Next thing I remember was coming round in the ward and being told I had been 'coiled' and it was successful. Next day I ws moved onto a ward and allowed up to have my first shower in days. Still a bit headachey but lots better. I was dischared after 8 days and went to stay with my Mum, who had been looking after my little girl. I stayed at hers for 3 weeks then went home with daughter. 8 Weeks after my SAH i was declared fit to drive and return to work part-time. I went back to work 3 weeks later. I find my self getting tired very easily, and my memory isn't brilliant but work are being very understanding. This is my second week back and am really glad I went back. I am suffering from depression since the SAH, but have started anti-depressants and will be going to counselling in a couple of weeks which is helping. I still don't feel myself, but considering how bad it could have been I do consider myself lucky to have escaped any major ill-effects. I have read a lot of survivors stories on this site, and feel so blessed that I have been lucky enough not to have suffered some of the awful side effects that some of the poor people have. I don't think I am explaining myself very well - Most of the stories I have read have been heart-breaking when you consider how much the person has suffered, and I wanted to put my story forward as I feel I have been very lucky in not having many side-effects, and am back at work and driving in such a sort period of time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jess Posted October 26, 2010 Share Posted October 26, 2010 Hi tina welcome to btg hope you like it here. You have been very lucky. Sorry you and your chap split up but glad your ok. Look forward to chatting sometime. Jess.xxx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paul99 Posted October 26, 2010 Share Posted October 26, 2010 well done Tina 60 you have done so well but let your body be your guide push a little but not too hard take time out and try and relax not easy when you have a youngster around keep well and stay safe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karen78 Posted October 26, 2010 Share Posted October 26, 2010 Thank you for sharing with us, as you will see everyone on here is great... Take it easy xx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gill C Posted October 26, 2010 Share Posted October 26, 2010 Hi & welcome to BTG Tina You have done incredibly well to be gong back to work after 8 weeks, recovery does take a long time both physiclaly 7 metnally & the tiredness is killer on some days. I have learnt the hard way that I have to rest when my body tells me to or I pay the price. I hope you find lots of support & help on here xx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bogbrush Posted October 26, 2010 Share Posted October 26, 2010 Hi Tina and welcome to Behind the Gray You've done really well with your recovery. I went back to work after 4 months and found it really hard for the first couple of weeks, but it does get better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Louise Posted October 26, 2010 Share Posted October 26, 2010 Hi Tina Warm welcome to the site.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KelBel Posted October 26, 2010 Share Posted October 26, 2010 Hi Tina Welcome to the site. I too have escaped relatively lightly compared to others. I also had my driving licence back after 2 months, and returned to work 11 weeks after being coiled. I do have a good memory of my whole ordeal, and keep meaning to update and add to my story so I can repost and let everyone know how my recovery has been. Glad to hear you are not suffering with awful side-effects and are back in the driving seat and back to work so quickly. That must be a blessing with a young daughter to look after. Take care and hope to hear more from you Kel x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jules75 Posted October 26, 2010 Share Posted October 26, 2010 A big warm welcome from me,Tina. I'm very new on here too,I already feel I've been here a while as everybody is so welcoming.You will have massive support here from people that understand what you've been/going through. I'm very impressed you are back driving and are working.They're both major goals for me.I can deffo understand the fatigue side I used to suffer so badly but I'm getting there now,like it's been said,it just takes time. Jules xxx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vivien Posted October 26, 2010 Share Posted October 26, 2010 Welcome to the site Tina and glad your recovery is going well. Vivien x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karen Posted October 26, 2010 Share Posted October 26, 2010 Hi Tina and a warm welcome to BTG! Sounds as though you're doing really well with what you've achieved so far! xx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maggie Posted October 26, 2010 Share Posted October 26, 2010 Hi Tina and welcome,am happy your recovery is a speedy one and that your doing so well. I send my very best wishes and look forward to hearing more from you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kempse Posted October 26, 2010 Share Posted October 26, 2010 Hi Tina, Nice to read your story and it's good that you are back at work and driving again. Both of these can still be quite tiring so take it steady. Alton Towers is a wonderful place and I bet you're quite glad you only went on the baby rides that day - having seen some of the rides, I don't think they would do anyone's head any good! I, too, am grateful to have come out the other side of a sah in good shape and have been saddened by reading the stories of those who have been less fortunate. It is amazing how far some have come on and they are an inspiration to us all. I hope the meds and counselling help you to improve even further. In the meantime I wish you well and say a big hello to your daughter who tried so hard with the water - bless her. Sarah. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tina60 Posted October 26, 2010 Author Share Posted October 26, 2010 Hi, and thanks to everyone for your lovely posts. Must admit being back at work is harder then I thought. I felt exhausted yesterday by the time I got home. Could hardly do anything today on my day off. Think I might do a shorter day tomorrow, as finding it hard to look after my little girl when I am so tired - I'm lucky that she isn't very demanding and is happy to entertain herself most of the time! Any way. I'm off to bed as I have to be up early for work Bye bye XX:sleep: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tina Posted October 27, 2010 Share Posted October 27, 2010 Hi Tina a very warm welcome to you Hope you slept well and have a good day at work. You have done so well ! Well done you ! Look forward to hearing more from you. Take care love Tina xx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janet Posted October 27, 2010 Share Posted October 27, 2010 Hi Tina Welcome to BTG and look forward to hearing more from you. To be back at work so quickly is a good sign but do remember to listen to your body and rest as much as you can with work and a young daughter to look after. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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