Marilyn Posted October 7, 2011 Share Posted October 7, 2011 I had coiling following a ruptured SAH 2 years ago. Apart from occasional dizziness, lack of concentration and bouts of fatigue, I thought I had got back to as normal as possible. Just recently I have started getting episodes of numbness to the left side of my face and in my left arm. This sensation lasts for approx 1 to 2 minutes but it is really disorientating. Does anyone else have these feelings? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
janevo Posted October 7, 2011 Share Posted October 7, 2011 Hi Marylin, I had a period of numbness in one side of my face about 6 months after my SAH and coiling. I went for checks at the hospital but everything was okay and I was given the all clear a few days later. If you are at all worried it is worth getting it checked out as I was told by everyone "it's better to be safe than sorry" and sometimes the worry can make you feel ten times worse. Hope you get sorted. Jan x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jess Posted October 8, 2011 Share Posted October 8, 2011 Hi there I keep getting the numbness you describe I had a mri/mra scan yesterday will get the results soon. Jess.xxx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sandi K Posted October 8, 2011 Share Posted October 8, 2011 Hi Marilyn, I haven't had coiling and don't get numbness but can imagine that it's uncomfortable and a bit scary after so much time has passed. It's always good to check things with your GP to be sure on what's happening. I hope it doesn't last long. Sandi K. Xo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JazzyDog Posted October 8, 2011 Share Posted October 8, 2011 Hi Marilyn - I had coiling after a rupture just over 2 years ago. I get numbness mainly in my fingers. Generally it happens depending on my sleep position and I'll wake to non-functional fingers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marilyn Posted October 8, 2011 Author Share Posted October 8, 2011 Thanks so much for your responses. What a wonderful support this site is. I am going to contact the specialist nurses at the hospital where I was treated (QMC Nottingham). I just didn't want to add to their workload (fantastic team at the QMC) but I realise it is probably best to get it checked. Will let you know what they say. Marilyn xx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
donnamarie Posted October 8, 2011 Share Posted October 8, 2011 im really glad this post was started. i get numbness quite often especailly my hands and arms this has helped to no its not just me donna Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill B Posted October 10, 2011 Share Posted October 10, 2011 Hi Marilyn, or, aye- up- miduck, as we say, here in Notts. Welcome to BTG and the ever expanding family that we all are. There are lots of us on here in and around Notts, all grateful to the wonderful neuro- team at the QMC. All your symptoms are shared by many on this site, in particular, the concentration, fatigue and dizziness. The numbness,however, is less common. The explanation I have been given for my tinnitus, numbness, double vision and lack of balance is "Third nerve palsy". My first aneurysm ruptured, and was repaired with coils, seven years ago. The second aneurysm was prevented from rupture by coiling last August. The pressure from the coiled, un-ruptured, aneurysm pressing on the Third nerve is likely to interfere with neuro pathways in ways that produce these kind of symptoms. This is only one possible explanation, so I would consult the professionals, if I were you, particularly as your symptoms are intermittent. My symptoms are permanent, and more easily explained. I think you are right to consult the nurses at the QMC and to start some process of investigation. I hope it's just another un-explainable side- effect of your event, but mine wasn't, so best get it checked. I hope I haven't worried you with this response, because everything is fine now (well, manageable at least) and I'm back at work and generally in a good place. Two years is still a relatively short time since your event and things could still be settling down in your brain. I hope it all turns out well for you Marilyn. Now, "wi gunner ev uz dinnaz!" All the best, Bill B. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skippy Posted October 10, 2011 Share Posted October 10, 2011 Ayup miduck indeed Bill - did ya enjoy ya dinnuz Hi Marliyn I'm also from Nottingham - glad you found us. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johntaras Posted October 10, 2011 Share Posted October 10, 2011 Hi Marilyn, welcome to the site, isn't it great what advice you can receive from like minded suffers all over the globe. I have found BTG a brilliant source of help, compassion, humour and at times sanity. You must get it checked at Nottingham QMC hospital if it concerns you. Take care and look forward to hearing from you again. Best wishes John Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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