Hi all. I will be 3 months post-stroke on Jan 2. I’ve been healing reasonably well, and just had two weeks of feeling better than ever. Yesterday unfortunately, I has a terrible episode of pressure in my head, so much so I could barely stand it. I also had a bit of an ache on my left side, down the cheekbone and under my left eye (the brain side affected). I almost asked my wife to take me to the doctor.
Today is a lot better, but my head is a bit heavier than it was those two good weeks. Is this normal? I know everyone’s recovery is different, but wanted to ask if anyone else has experienced this level of discomfort and pressure.
@Mothman it is different for everyone but I experienced pressure in my head for many months post stroke. I thought it would never go away and it really got me down. It does seem that a lot of people get it but if it is severe you should get checked out by a dr.
Could it be you have been doing more given you’d been feeling a lot better? If so it might well be a fatigue symptom. Fatigue isn’t just feeling tired it can have physical symptoms too.
I’m no professional, but having a stroke does cause worry, stress and tension, which could appear as pressure. Sharing your fears with a professional would not be a bad idea.
Stroke is not something to be recommended but over time one becomes better at coping with the difficulties it can produce. There will be ups and downs. Try to take advantage of the ups, regardless we have survived and there is a life for us.
a post-stroke anomaly ; I went through several. I would look into PBM / RLT / NIR and Grounding (1 or 2 hours per day to start). Also, check electrolytes ; drink water / better still drink coconut water ; plenty. Quick fix; Eat a banana & avocado (K+) and put some Himalayan salt under tongue. Read up on all I mention
Thank you All. Always great answers. I’ve been good sinc that day, so am playing it by ear. I’ve taken all your suggestions on board, most appreciated!
Personally, I would speak to your local Stroke team if you assigned one or your gp. They might want to investigate to ensure you aren’t having another stroke or just an effect of your stroke recovery…a bit like the after effect tremors of an earthquake. Their assurance is also good for your psychological wellbeing, which aids in keeping you calm and as stress free in your recovery as you can be
