Question 1

family member is currently in a coma for over 1 wk after right hemorrhagic stroke. he developed hydrocephalus that required continuous drainage. his drain tube was occluded and needing changing twice. now has bacterial meningitis. what is prognosis?

Accepted Answer

: Sorry that your relative is in such critical shape.  Unfortunately, intracranial bleeding has a very high mortality, and the complications you describe are not uncommon.  Discuss situation with the medical team.  An EEG might convey some objectification of current brain status.  Hope for the best.

Question 2

tips for post stroke rehab?

Accepted Answer

Go slow: Slow & steady wins this race. Continuing with a rehab plan set out by the doctor & therapist leads to the best result.

Question 3

normal to have behavior changes after stroke?

Accepted Answer

Location: Some strokes affecting the frontal lobe can cause that .. Generally big strokes with big motor deficit or speech problem can make the patient also depressed and has some behavioral change.

Question 4

how do i reteach someone basic skills after stroke?

Accepted Answer

No simple answer: Physical therapists and occupational therapists are the experts in this area.  Everyone who has had a stroke deserves special attention from these professionals and you can learn directly from them and apply that knowledge at home on an on-going basis. They'll be very happy to teach you, in my experience.

Question 5

for a bedridden patient after stroke, how often should be turned over by his/her family?

Accepted Answer

Every 3 - 4 hours: Preventing bed sores is extremely important in a bedridden patient.  Turning every 3 - 4 hours should suffice for most patients.  Watch the sacrum and the heels, which are very susceptible.  There are special beds available which can help as well.

Question 6

how soon can i exercise after stroke? how soon after a mild stroke can one begin regular physical activity? how about exercise?

Accepted Answer

It's : It's a good idea to take a week off after a stroke, but not to avoid activity.  Remember that people with severe strokes are sent to physical therapy right away.  I recommend easing back into your life over a week, then you may be back to your normal routine. Exercise in moderation is usually ok.    However, you must talk with your doctor about this.  The real question is why did you have a stroke?  That question needs to be answered before you exercise -- you may need new medications and you have to discuss your plans with your doctor. It is a mistake to just "have a mild stroke" and then change nothing without figuring out why that happened.

Question 7

i'm a year post stroke 100% physical recovery but have memory and focus issues. also get overwhelmed and distracted easily is there anything to help?

Accepted Answer

Help: These post stroke problems are not at all unusual. For help I would emphasize stress management techniques and avoidance of sleeping pills, tranquilizers and alcohol. Working with a psychologist or psychiatrist is worthwhile. Also with more time these problems will usually improve as well and continued improvement after strokes goes on  for months and years as brain function recovery is ongoing.

Question 8

i'm a year and a half post stroke. i'm having problems waking up in the mornings and at night. i have a job that frequently requires me to wake up randomly during the night. is there anything i can do to improve my waking up?

Accepted Answer

: We build up carbon dioxide in out system during sleep. This may lead to heavy sleep. Try getting better ventilation during the night by sleeping with an open window and open door. . Drinking some caffeinated beverage prior to bedtime may lighten your deep sleeping.

Question 9

limbs hurting after stroke?

Accepted Answer

Depends: If you were bedridden or immobile fora while, you could become stiff and get contracture. This could cause pain.

Question 10

how long can person go unresponsive after stroke?

Accepted Answer

Indefinitely: Depending on the size and location of a stroke, a person can remain comatose indefinitely, even with aggressive medical interventions.

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Family member is currently in a coma for over 1 wk after right hemorrhagic stroke. he developed hydrocephalus that required continuous drainage. his drain tube was occluded and needing changing twice. now has bacterial meningitis. what is prognosis?

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Tips for post stroke rehab?

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Normal to have behavior changes after stroke?

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How do i reteach someone basic skills after stroke?

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For a bedridden patient after stroke, how often should be turned over by his/her family?

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How soon can i exercise after stroke? how soon after a mild stroke can one begin regular physical activity? how about exercise?

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I'm a year post stroke 100% physical recovery but have memory and focus issues. also get overwhelmed and distracted easily is there anything to help?

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I'm a year and a half post stroke. i'm having problems waking up in the mornings and at night. i have a job that frequently requires me to wake up randomly during the night. is there anything i can do to improve my waking up?

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Limbs hurting after stroke?

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How long can person go unresponsive after stroke?

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