Guest Shiree Posted August 31, 2008 Share Posted August 31, 2008 Hiya I am just about 6 months post SAH. I still have headache and a feeling like my head is full and it makes me feel a bit dizzy (most of the time). Is this normal? I have not had a blood test since i left hospital, so thought I would go get one but what do I need them to check for? My 2 scans since SAH have been fine but i am starting to panic about the headache/dizzy thing. What complications can happen? hugs shiree Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jess Posted August 31, 2008 Share Posted August 31, 2008 Hi there Shiree if I were you I would go to the doctors and basically just tell them what you told us it can be a number of things like lack of iron, low blood pressure ear infections so just pop off and see you doctor I am sure there is nothing for you to worry about though. Jess.xxx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tina Posted August 31, 2008 Share Posted August 31, 2008 Hi Shiree I agree with Jess, go to your Doctors........i felt like that....i was told i was pushing too hard and i also had ear infection. That was caused by a blockage of blood and anesthetic from my surgery. I had it suctioned out...but still have the dizzy feeling and headaches. I think it is just the brain still mending....6 months is still very early days. Take care Shiree, lots of love to you hun, thinking of you, Love Tinaxx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
myratas Posted August 31, 2008 Share Posted August 31, 2008 Morning Shiree I had SAH just days after you and i think that there are days are feel so grotty with a headache or sickness. I do think like Jess and Tina have already said have it checked out to rule out anything serious. Tina i too had the same problem and had suction at the hospital, hated it. Shiree try and not work too hard you should still take it easy even six months post SAH. Myra xx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Louise Posted August 31, 2008 Share Posted August 31, 2008 Hi Yes I'm with the others see the doc it could just be something like a viral infection but I know how scarry not feeling well can be..... hope things improve. sending hugs Louise.xx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karen Posted August 31, 2008 Share Posted August 31, 2008 Shiree, If you tell the Doc your symptoms, he should know what type of stuff that needs to be ruled out ...... you shouldn't have to tell him ..... just enforce the fact that you need some peace of mind.... dizziness can be caused by a multitude of things, that he could help rule out ....anxiety being one of the them... I still have my spells, especially when tired, but to a lesser degree and it's more manageable ...... after blood tests, I was found to be calcium and iron deficient .... taking the iron and calcium supplement seems to have helped with the cramps and dizziness ... I was also given a balance assesment at the hospital, but it was after many months of to-ing and fro-ing to the Doc .... just be insistent .... he should know his job, if he doesn't, then I would find another Doc if possible. Headaches post SAH are common and from the info I've read, many of us will be more prone to them, than before. You're still at the every early stages of recovery, so give it some time, see the Doc and don't rush trying to get back to normal, as you still need to rest up ..... good luck! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
donna79 Posted August 31, 2008 Share Posted August 31, 2008 I am going to have some blood tests to rule things out i am going to demand it x Its our lives so we decide what to do from now on what makes us feel better x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tennissmithy Posted August 31, 2008 Share Posted August 31, 2008 Shiree, I was the same as you but when I went to the docs he insisted on blood tests shopefully yours will do the same. Good luck Laura xx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Shiree Posted September 1, 2008 Share Posted September 1, 2008 Hey guys Been to the Doctors and pretty much had to demand bloodtests. Blood pressure was fine and so was ears etc. She seemed to think these symptoms are just because i am anxious...hmmmm wot do you guys think? Will have results of the blood tests in a few days. hugs shiree Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jess Posted September 1, 2008 Share Posted September 1, 2008 It could possibly be because your anxious but we shall see. Goodluck. Jess.xxx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tina Posted September 1, 2008 Share Posted September 1, 2008 HI Shiree I agree with Jess......worrying could be the problem...difficult i know, because you feel all over the place emotionally.....but it does get better...honest Take care Love Tinaxx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anne Posted September 1, 2008 Share Posted September 1, 2008 Hi Shiree Maybe your potassium level is a bit low - I do get that every now and then and it can make you feel quite rubbish. Heres hoping you feel better soon. Anne SAH Xmas Day 2007 coiled Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
donna79 Posted September 1, 2008 Share Posted September 1, 2008 Shiree SNAP Everything you have said ME TOO i have demanded blood tests which i am making appointmet for today and just about to get bp checked but always fine ( great i've cursed it ) .................... Are we TWINS Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tennissmithy Posted September 1, 2008 Share Posted September 1, 2008 It could be nerves as well, I have a greater problem with nerves and anxiousness now Laura xxx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Shiree Posted September 2, 2008 Share Posted September 2, 2008 Thanks guys Yea I am usually a strong minded person and had huge doubts that the Dr might be right, but then again I have never been through a near death experience before either!!! Thanks for taking the time to reply to me hugs shiree Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Shiree Posted September 8, 2008 Share Posted September 8, 2008 Hi guys Just thought I would let you know that the blood test results were all good and normal. I had a little sore on my nose and the Dr wouldn't give me anything for it on the Monday, so it got worse and I went back on the Thursday and Waited for 3 bl**dy hours to see a Dr to get a script for antibiotics. Took all of 3 minutes of Dr's time. Anyway My blood pressure was quite high - first time ever in my life and i have to go back and get it checked again. I wonder if it had anything to do with the steam coming out of my ears after the 3 hour wait!! And heres a weird thing - i seem to feel better after i have had an energy drink. I drink 'v' over here... hugs shiree Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Louise Posted September 8, 2008 Share Posted September 8, 2008 steam coming out of ears = high BP oh yes........ sugar or energy drink does make you feel Yeh!!!! but for me the energy drink is too much of a Yeh so I cant take them..... glad the test were ok hope your feeling better. hugs Louise.xx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bogbrush Posted September 8, 2008 Share Posted September 8, 2008 Hi Shiree Good news about the blood tests Take care with the blood pressure. It's important to keep it under control. I'm on meds for mine, but my doc told me that loosing some weight and getting more exercise would help. I'm going to take his advice ... tomorrow ... honest. Regards Keith Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tina Posted September 8, 2008 Share Posted September 8, 2008 Hi Shiree Glad your blood test were all ok, great news hun ...but yes you must watch your blood pressure....i am sure it did not help waiting 3 hours Take care, Love Tinaxx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tennissmithy Posted September 8, 2008 Share Posted September 8, 2008 Hi Shiree, Glad the blood tests were fine. I agree with the others to watch the blood pressure but waiting 3 hours definitely won't of helped!!!! Laura xx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
donna79 Posted September 8, 2008 Share Posted September 8, 2008 Glad your blood tests are fine YIPPEE Its nice to get good news x x x x x Hopefully mine will be fine also i had them done friday so should hear how they are end of this week x x x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prudence Posted November 7, 2008 Share Posted November 7, 2008 hi anne i was told my potassium levels where terribly low when i was in hospital and told to eat bananas dont know what the symptoms are of low potassium (dont like bananas) but iam eating them ,so just hope it works ,love prue Hi ShireeMaybe your potassium level is a bit low - I do get that every now and then and it can make you feel quite rubbish. Heres hoping you feel better soon. Anne SAH Xmas Day 2007 coiled Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MUTTI Posted November 7, 2008 Share Posted November 7, 2008 HI PRUE I THOUGHT YOU MIGHT LIKE TO KNOW THAT TOMATO'S AND AVOCADO'S ARE HIGHER IN POTASSIUM THAN BANANA'S AND ARE ACTUALLY BETTER FOR YOU BANANA'S ARE BEST FOR YOU WHEN THEY ARE STILL GREEN. LOVE & HUGS EVELYN Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Louise Posted November 7, 2008 Share Posted November 7, 2008 I dont like bannana's either, but love tomatoes and didnt know that least dont think I did - I never know cant remember Louise.x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prudence Posted November 7, 2008 Share Posted November 7, 2008 hi its prue thanks for your reply i to love tomatoes i cant believe that i was short of it as ive grown them for years{and eat hundreds of them] especially in soups etc ,and yet he said i had a desperate shortage thanks so much for your reply love prue HI PRUE I THOUGHT YOU MIGHT LIKE TO KNOW THAT TOMATO'S AND AVOCADO'S ARE HIGHER IN POTASSIUM THAN BANANA'S AND ARE ACTUALLY BETTER FOR YOU BANANA'S ARE BEST FOR YOU WHEN THEY ARE STILL GREEN. LOVE & HUGS EVELYN Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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