Bad news - father had a stroke
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Bad news - father had a stroke
Hiya guys
I've just found out that my dad in Greece has had a stroke & I don't know much else about what is going on. My mum has called a doctor and he's examining him now. Its really frustrating because I have my kids here to look after, so I can't just up and go. If anyone is reading this now I'd really appreciate your thoughts & prayers coz it's a mad situation for me to be in and I don't know much about stroke, so that adds to the worry.
Thanks
Larissa
I've just found out that my dad in Greece has had a stroke & I don't know much else about what is going on. My mum has called a doctor and he's examining him now. Its really frustrating because I have my kids here to look after, so I can't just up and go. If anyone is reading this now I'd really appreciate your thoughts & prayers coz it's a mad situation for me to be in and I don't know much about stroke, so that adds to the worry.
Thanks
Larissa
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Re: Bad news - father had a stroke
Originally posted by Larissa
Hiya guys
I've just found out that my dad in Greece has had a stroke & I don't know much else about what is going on. My mum has called a doctor and he's examining him now. Its really frustrating because I have my kids here to look after, so I can't just up and go. If anyone is reading this now I'd really appreciate your thoughts & prayers coz it's a mad situation for me to be in and I don't know much about stroke, so that adds to the worry.
Thanks
Larissa
Hiya guys
I've just found out that my dad in Greece has had a stroke & I don't know much else about what is going on. My mum has called a doctor and he's examining him now. Its really frustrating because I have my kids here to look after, so I can't just up and go. If anyone is reading this now I'd really appreciate your thoughts & prayers coz it's a mad situation for me to be in and I don't know much about stroke, so that adds to the worry.
Thanks
Larissa
This sort of thing puts it all into perspective.
Best wishes
G
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Hi Larissa,
I also know nothing about strokes, I'll leave that to the many nursing staff out there. Thoughts and prayers are with you though, and hopefully things will not be as bad as you fear.
Remember,we're all here for you,
Pollyana
xxx
I also know nothing about strokes, I'll leave that to the many nursing staff out there. Thoughts and prayers are with you though, and hopefully things will not be as bad as you fear.
Remember,we're all here for you,
Pollyana
xxx
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Re: Bad news - father had a stroke
Originally posted by Larissa
Hiya guys
I've just found out that my dad in Greece has had a stroke & I don't know much else about what is going on. My mum has called a doctor and he's examining him now. Its really frustrating because I have my kids here to look after, so I can't just up and go. If anyone is reading this now I'd really appreciate your thoughts & prayers coz it's a mad situation for me to be in and I don't know much about stroke, so that adds to the worry.
Thanks
Larissa
Hiya guys
I've just found out that my dad in Greece has had a stroke & I don't know much else about what is going on. My mum has called a doctor and he's examining him now. Its really frustrating because I have my kids here to look after, so I can't just up and go. If anyone is reading this now I'd really appreciate your thoughts & prayers coz it's a mad situation for me to be in and I don't know much about stroke, so that adds to the worry.
Thanks
Larissa
My prayers are with you - God Bless
Tracey.
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Re: Bad news - father had a stroke
Originally posted by Larissa
Hiya guys
I've just found out that my dad in Greece has had a stroke & I don't know much else about what is going on. My mum has called a doctor and he's examining him now. Its really frustrating because I have my kids here to look after, so I can't just up and go. If anyone is reading this now I'd really appreciate your thoughts & prayers coz it's a mad situation for me to be in and I don't know much about stroke, so that adds to the worry.
Thanks
Larissa
Hiya guys
I've just found out that my dad in Greece has had a stroke & I don't know much else about what is going on. My mum has called a doctor and he's examining him now. Its really frustrating because I have my kids here to look after, so I can't just up and go. If anyone is reading this now I'd really appreciate your thoughts & prayers coz it's a mad situation for me to be in and I don't know much about stroke, so that adds to the worry.
Thanks
Larissa
Thoughts & prayers are with you. Keeping everything crossed all will be OK.
I'm sure some nurses on this forum will respond with info you need.
Take care, chin up
Phoenixuk2oz
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Re: Bad news - father had a stroke
Originally posted by Larissa
Hiya guys
I've just found out that my dad in Greece has had a stroke & I don't know much else about what is going on. My mum has called a doctor and he's examining him now. Its really frustrating because I have my kids here to look after, so I can't just up and go. If anyone is reading this now I'd really appreciate your thoughts & prayers coz it's a mad situation for me to be in and I don't know much about stroke, so that adds to the worry.
Thanks
Larissa
Hiya guys
I've just found out that my dad in Greece has had a stroke & I don't know much else about what is going on. My mum has called a doctor and he's examining him now. Its really frustrating because I have my kids here to look after, so I can't just up and go. If anyone is reading this now I'd really appreciate your thoughts & prayers coz it's a mad situation for me to be in and I don't know much about stroke, so that adds to the worry.
Thanks
Larissa
I hope that you guys are alright. Your dad will be in good hands so try not to worry (I know).
Best wishes
Jack, Mrs Jack and Monkey Boy
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Re: Bad news - father had a stroke
Originally posted by Grayling
Hope it all works out OK Larissa and that he is able to make a good recovery.
This sort of thing puts it all into perspective.
Best wishes
G
Hope it all works out OK Larissa and that he is able to make a good recovery.
This sort of thing puts it all into perspective.
Best wishes
G
Do not panic, it may not be too severe. You will need to wait until it can be assessed properly.With good rehabilitation he can make a good recovery and the damage may be minimal.
Hope things work out
Best wishes
G
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Hi Larissa
I'm sorry about your dad.Which side is his stroke affecting?Is he concious?
The more info the easier it is for us nurses to comment.
The good thing about strokes is you can get better over time with lots of hard work.
Thinking of you
nikki x
I'm sorry about your dad.Which side is his stroke affecting?Is he concious?
The more info the easier it is for us nurses to comment.
The good thing about strokes is you can get better over time with lots of hard work.
Thinking of you
nikki x
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Hiya Larissa
Sorry to hear about your Dad, you must be worried sick, and rightly so........but I hope this helps you relax just a little
My aunt had a stroke 5 months ago, and we didnt hold out much hope for her as she was in poor health as it was.......................................well I had lunch with her and all my family for her and my uncles Golden Wedding today......and believe it or not she is actually better now than she was before the stroke
Hope all goes well.....keep us posted
And take Care
Heather
Sorry to hear about your Dad, you must be worried sick, and rightly so........but I hope this helps you relax just a little
My aunt had a stroke 5 months ago, and we didnt hold out much hope for her as she was in poor health as it was.......................................well I had lunch with her and all my family for her and my uncles Golden Wedding today......and believe it or not she is actually better now than she was before the stroke
Hope all goes well.....keep us posted
And take Care
Heather
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Re: Bad news - father had a stroke
Originally posted by Grayling
I should have added that the word 'stroke' does not describe the severity.Some are very minor and do little lasting damage.Many people make very good recoveries.
Do not panic, it may not be too severe. You will need to wait until it can be assessed properly.With good rehabilitation he can make a good recovery and the damage may be minimal.
Hope things work out
Best wishes
G
I should have added that the word 'stroke' does not describe the severity.Some are very minor and do little lasting damage.Many people make very good recoveries.
Do not panic, it may not be too severe. You will need to wait until it can be assessed properly.With good rehabilitation he can make a good recovery and the damage may be minimal.
Hope things work out
Best wishes
G
Agree totally with what you say!
Nikki x
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It was the left side & he has just been taken to the local hospital, concious. They have said its mild so hopefully it will be Ok... I'll let you know what happens. I badgered my mum to get help because he hates doctors etc. and got really abusive with her. Thanks for the support, it means a lot x x
Mum's worried as his lips were blue and his mouth was droopy and he felt a pain in his cheek and under his eyes.
She rang an English doctor and the guy said to give him an aspirin and sort it out in the morning. They're for it!
Mum's worried as his lips were blue and his mouth was droopy and he felt a pain in his cheek and under his eyes.
She rang an English doctor and the guy said to give him an aspirin and sort it out in the morning. They're for it!
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Originally posted by Larissa
It was the left side & he has just been taken to the local hospital, concious. They have said its mild so hopefully it will be Ok... I'll let you know what happens. I badgered my mum to get help because he hates doctors etc. and got really abusive with her. Thanks for the support, it means a lot x x
Mum's worried as his lips were blue and his mouth was droopy and he felt a pain in his cheek and under his eyes.
She rang an English doctor and the guy said to give him an aspirin and sort it out in the morning. They're for it!
It was the left side & he has just been taken to the local hospital, concious. They have said its mild so hopefully it will be Ok... I'll let you know what happens. I badgered my mum to get help because he hates doctors etc. and got really abusive with her. Thanks for the support, it means a lot x x
Mum's worried as his lips were blue and his mouth was droopy and he felt a pain in his cheek and under his eyes.
She rang an English doctor and the guy said to give him an aspirin and sort it out in the morning. They're for it!
All of our thought are with you guys
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Re: Bad news - father had a stroke
Originally posted by nikkers
Hi grayling
Agree totally with what you say!
Nikki x
Hi grayling
Agree totally with what you say!
Nikki x
Have no medical knowledge - but I do wish you, your family and your father all the best in his speedy recovery.
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Hi Larissa
Wishing your dad all the best! Sometimes Doctors beggar belief!! A flamin aspirin?? Thats unbelievable!! Glad to hear that hes receiving the care that he needs now though.
All the best
Rach
Wishing your dad all the best! Sometimes Doctors beggar belief!! A flamin aspirin?? Thats unbelievable!! Glad to hear that hes receiving the care that he needs now though.
All the best
Rach