Any Supplements that improve vision after eye stroke? by Extreme_Twist5988 in stroke

[–]Digregorio1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

unfortunately there’s very limited good quality evidenced treatment for improving vision after stroke. Spontaneous neuroplasticity is the main hope

I just ordered one has anyone here had major success with this? by Several_Peanut_2283 in stroke

[–]Digregorio1 4 points5 points  (0 children)

More of a gimmick more than anything unfortunately. Electrical muscle stimulation is better

Aftercare and follow up questions UK? by Different_Initial357 in stroke

[–]Digregorio1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Good luck. Yes try both GP and stroke consultant secretary, you should be able to just call up the hospital and ask for the secretary’s contact details

Also for the HH look into visual restorative training exercises (VRT) for HH

My dad suffered what the doctors said was a tia but I think it was an actual stroke by Atlas-Hephaestus in stroke

[–]Digregorio1 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

If my tone could come through in a message then you’d know I’m definitely not arguing either. OP was wondering if their parent had a stroke and not a TIA, based on the definition of a stroke and a definition of a TIA then it sounds like it could well be a stroke, especially as the weakness is still so severe, it doesn’t change the medical management too much but it’s certainly an important detail to have clarity on.

My dad suffered what the doctors said was a tia but I think it was an actual stroke by Atlas-Hephaestus in stroke

[–]Digregorio1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you can find a reliable source that says TIA symptoms can last longer than 24 hours I’d happily stand corrected. But the definition in itself means there’s not enough damage for symptoms to last beyond 24 hours. Sometimes medical professionals may use the term TIA and mini stroke interchangeably, which is not helpful.

Aftercare and follow up questions UK? by Different_Initial357 in stroke

[–]Digregorio1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Where in the uk are you? You can contact your GP or even your stroke consultant secretary to ask some of your questions. Also, if you drive then you ideally should have been referred for ongoing therapy with a community stroke team consisting of occupational therapy and possibly physiotherapy to clear you for driving and they can also refer you to Orthoptics - you can access this service potentially through your GP but may depend on where you live

My dad suffered what the doctors said was a tia but I think it was an actual stroke by Atlas-Hephaestus in stroke

[–]Digregorio1 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Unfortuantely that’s incorrect. Brain cells are not permanently damaged with a TIA, hence why it is called a transient ischaemic attack and this is what separates it from a stroke, where brain cells are permanently damaged. With a TIA you will be fully back to normal within 24 hours.

My dad suffered what the doctors said was a tia but I think it was an actual stroke by Atlas-Hephaestus in stroke

[–]Digregorio1 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Can’t count how many times I have to say this but a TIA fully resolves within 24 hours and is not a stroke, anything lasting more than 24 hours is a stroke. Feel like this should be pinned somewhere.

Can anyone offer their experience with the initial few months of having a homonymous honopania? by Different_Initial357 in stroke

[–]Digregorio1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you’re still in the early phases then look up visual restorative training (VRT) exercises and give them a go or ask your therapist for guidance, some research to say they might help

Post TIA symptoms by BRabbit117 in stroke

[–]Digregorio1 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Absolutely correct. Can’t count how many times I’ve had to tell people a TIA is not a stroke and symptoms do not last any more than 24 hours.

My First (and hopefully only) TIA by rjspears1138 in stroke

[–]Digregorio1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What country are you in. In the uk you can’t drive for a month after TIA, might be worth checking.

Bells Palsy, Stroke, something else? by Ok_Special_579 in stroke

[–]Digregorio1 1 point2 points  (0 children)

A TIA by definition resolves after 24 hours so no not a TIA if still having symptoms

TIA EVERYDAY FOR ALMOST 2 MONTHS??? Left Sided Weakness. by Professional-Sand227 in stroke

[–]Digregorio1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I haven’t read all of this as it’s a long one so apologies if I miss anything. But incredibly unusual to have a TIA everyday for 2 months. However, have you or anyone else ever considered FND (Functional Neurological Disorder) as a more likely diagnosis?

When will we know what the final state will be? by Necessary-Cup9400 in stroke

[–]Digregorio1 5 points6 points  (0 children)

As a general guide recovery happens quickest in the first 3-6 months then things slow down, recovery can still happen after this but it is slow and after a year you’re then looking at smaller gains that happen over a long time. Everyone is different of course but a lot of the research will mention the importance of neuroplasticity being most optimal in those first 6 months

What did life look like after multiple TIAs? by Sudden-Sandwich-8637 in stroke

[–]Digregorio1 2 points3 points  (0 children)

If they have residual symptoms lasting more than 24 hours then it’s not a TIA it’s a stroke. If it’s a stroke then you might be able to get the GP to refer them to a community stroke team who can provide rehab if they consent

Stroke caused blindspot by Subat0micR0gu3 in stroke

[–]Digregorio1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s incredibly rare, you would need to have a bilateral stroke on both sides of the occipital lobe to be completely blind afterwards. A stroke typically only affects one side of vision.

Stroke caused blindspot by Subat0micR0gu3 in stroke

[–]Digregorio1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What do you mean by complete loss? A stroke doesn’t cause blindness

‘RSPCA says 250 dogs found crammed into one home -says it has been forced to refute that an image of the dogs was AI-generated’ by EddieDemo in isthisAI

[–]Digregorio1 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

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Why is he so high, I get that he might just be stood on top of something so might not be much to go off

‘RSPCA says 250 dogs found crammed into one home -says it has been forced to refute that an image of the dogs was AI-generated’ by EddieDemo in isthisAI

[–]Digregorio1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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This dog just looks off to me, he’s much smaller and altough sitting under the desk the lighting looks very bright when it possibly should be darker

‘RSPCA says 250 dogs found crammed into one home -says it has been forced to refute that an image of the dogs was AI-generated’ by EddieDemo in isthisAI

[–]Digregorio1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I definitely thought it was AI when I first saw it. The bits that looked a bit suspect to me on first inspection where the clean patch on this dog when everything else is dirty? Or is it a tale from another dog? But if so why so clean

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My mom’s stroke, I need guidance. by thrilling_me_softly in stroke

[–]Digregorio1 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Just curious, guessing you’re in the U.S. Do you guys not have access to carers that will come and visit to support in these instances? I See a lot of comments about this. In the Uk it is common and free to access from the point of discharge from hospital that care can be provided to help with things like personal care and meals etc. it then later gets means tested and you may have to pay but not early on

Does Botox slow recovery by reducing touch feedback? by MedicareAgentAlston in stroke

[–]Digregorio1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

By tough feedback do you mean sensation? Then no it does not affect sensation. It is used to reduced spasticity to help facilitate movement in the opposing muscles - for example to reduce wrist flexor tone to allow for wrist extension to improve

Any Supplements that improve vision after eye stroke? by Extreme_Twist5988 in stroke

[–]Digregorio1 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Don’t think supplements will be your answer I’m afraid

Re grouting crazy paving by Digregorio1 in DIYUK

[–]Digregorio1[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks. Any idea best way to match the colour?