What is Stroke
A stroke, also known as cerebrovascular accident (CVA), is an acute neurologic injury whereby the blood supply to a part of the brain is interrupted, either by a clot in the artery...
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I am a caregiver of my husband of fourty years. We have been home from rehab. for almost three mos. His pain is getting worse, pain pills don't help, he doesn't sleep well and I feel I am losing the battle. I don't know what else to do. Doctors are questionable in there knowledege of what the answers are and appear to just be guessing. I'm at a loss and don't even know if I can do what is necessary, the next step what ever that is. My strength is dwindling. I guess I just need to vent for I'm pretty much alone in this and would just appreciate someone to complain to.
Posted on 11/01/09, 03:11 pm |
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Hi, there ; you can talk to me, if you'd like. In my case, I'm the patient. but, I'm sure I've got some insight as to care giving. . .I'd like to help if you'd let me. Please take care, and may God bless you and your husband both! Please take care and keep in touch.
Love always, Annie:) 
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Hi Steb6,
My dad recently had a massive stroke and has been home since 10/28/09. He also went thru rehab and is now moving his left fingers, hand, wrist, elbow and a little on his shoulder. He is still in diapers and cannot move his lower left leg yet. He also has had a very difficult time sleeping. During his stay at the hospital (30 days) he did not sleep much and now that he is home he only sleeps about 2 to 4 hrs per night. Once he wakes up his demands start and it seems like they never end. Is this how it is with your husband? Thank goodness my family is there to help support my mom with his care. My dad is 76 and my mom is 80 so she is not able to move him in and out of bed. My dad also has to be hoisted in and out of his bed, his wheelchair, and his commode. Does your husband get in and out of bed on his own or with assistance? I wonder how it is that you care for him by yourself. How do you physically do it? Please, please write back to me whenever you need to. I know how it is to feel frustrated and how good it feels to be able to vent. I hope to hear from you soon. Take care of yourself and use this site for a support group, it really does work! Debbie
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