My vertebral artery dissection happened suddenly. I went blind, couldn’t walk, and right sided weakness. Had MRI and they made no big deal of it and sent me home on aspirin. Saw an interventional neurologist. No physical therapy and regular neurologist was not helpful. I was depressed. I had to give myself physical therapy. It was very hard to deal with visual and auditory stimuli. A lot of nausea and vomiting and balance issues. I was exhausted. I am a single mother and I did everything I could to recover. I was back to work in 12 weeks. I still have deficits 6 years later. People have no idea because I look normal but my whole life is different. I’m a full time social worker and had read many books on the plasticity of the brain and limbic system. It’s left me with dysautonomia. I’m currently in limbic system training.
I totally can relate to people not understanding what its like to be us. How could they possibly? There is only one way for them to know. Best they never learn. Thanks for your comment and come and join me on the podcast as my guest if you are up for it.
March 15, 2022 - 30 year old female here and crazy how our story is so similar and would like to connect with her. I’m still processing but I’m looking for more information even as a nurse I’m shocked how this happened to us!!!
Thank you for reaching out and sharing your concern. I'm sorry to hear about your vertebral artery occlusion. While I'm not a doctor, I can share some general information that might be useful when you discuss your condition with your healthcare provider. A severely occluded vertebral artery can increase the risk of another stroke, but there are steps that can be taken to manage the condition and improve your outlook: 1. **Medications**: Doctors often prescribe blood thinners or antiplatelet agents to help prevent blood clots and improve blood flow. 2. **Healthy Lifestyle**: Adopting a healthier lifestyle, such as eating a balanced diet, getting regular exercise, quitting smoking, and managing conditions like high blood pressure, diabetes, and high cholesterol, can make a significant difference. 3. **Medical Procedures**: Depending on the specific situation, there might be surgical or endovascular options like angioplasty, stenting, or even bypass surgery to help restore blood flow. 4. **Regular Check-Ups**: Regular check-ups with a healthcare provider are crucial to monitor the condition and make any necessary adjustments to the treatment plan. It’s important to discuss these possibilities with your doctor to determine the best approach for your situation. They can provide detailed information on the risks and benefits of each option and help you make informed decisions about your care.
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My vertebral artery dissection happened suddenly. I went blind, couldn’t walk, and right sided weakness. Had MRI and they made no big deal of it and sent me home on aspirin. Saw an interventional neurologist. No physical therapy and regular neurologist was not helpful.
I was depressed. I had to give myself physical therapy. It was very hard to deal with visual and auditory stimuli. A lot of nausea and vomiting and balance issues. I was exhausted. I am a single mother and I did everything I could to recover. I was back to work in 12 weeks. I still have deficits 6 years later. People have no idea because I look normal but my whole life is different. I’m a full time social worker and had read many books on the plasticity of the brain and limbic system. It’s left me with dysautonomia. I’m currently in limbic system training.
I totally can relate to people not understanding what its like to be us. How could they possibly? There is only one way for them to know. Best they never learn. Thanks for your comment and come and join me on the podcast as my guest if you are up for it.
Great to hear this podcast! I too am a stroke survivor from a vertebral artery dissection.
How is your recovery coming along?
March 15, 2022 - 30 year old female here and crazy how our story is so similar and would like to connect with her. I’m still processing but I’m looking for more information even as a nurse I’m shocked how this happened to us!!!
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My vertebral artery is severely occluded at V4 . What is my future?is there anything I can do to undo the occlusion?
Thank you for reaching out and sharing your concern. I'm sorry to hear about your vertebral artery occlusion. While I'm not a doctor, I can share some general information that might be useful when you discuss your condition with your healthcare provider.
A severely occluded vertebral artery can increase the risk of another stroke, but there are steps that can be taken to manage the condition and improve your outlook:
1. **Medications**: Doctors often prescribe blood thinners or antiplatelet agents to help prevent blood clots and improve blood flow.
2. **Healthy Lifestyle**: Adopting a healthier lifestyle, such as eating a balanced diet, getting regular exercise, quitting smoking, and managing conditions like high blood pressure, diabetes, and high cholesterol, can make a significant difference.
3. **Medical Procedures**: Depending on the specific situation, there might be surgical or endovascular options like angioplasty, stenting, or even bypass surgery to help restore blood flow.
4. **Regular Check-Ups**: Regular check-ups with a healthcare provider are crucial to monitor the condition and make any necessary adjustments to the treatment plan.
It’s important to discuss these possibilities with your doctor to determine the best approach for your situation. They can provide detailed information on the risks and benefits of each option and help you make informed decisions about your care.