Community Chat

[september]

There is a thread going about "What made you happy today?" and I've posted on it.

Many of you have responded, and been so kind and supportive. I don't want to keep taking that thread off topic, because lots of posters are giving their own input, and I want that to continue.

But, in regards to my mom, who was hospitalized with a brain aneurysm, I thought I'd just say "thanks" here to all who've been posting on the other thread.

Background: on Friday, my dad had to call 911 because my mom had severe pain in the back of her neck and was too dizzy to even walk. She was taken by ambulance to the nearest hospital, than transfered to another hospital, asap. She had surgery to repair the aneurysm. This involves using teeny littly tools and a camera, and going into the damaged area in the brain, through a blood vessel in the leg. And then patching it up.

Yes, it's very high tech, but she had one of the best surgeons in the world, in this field, doing the surgery. So far, so good. She's in recovery and doing well, but sleeps much of the time.

I live far away, but my daughter lives nearby and visited her today. She seemed very encouraged by the visit, and we are hoping for a full recovery!

When I first heard the diagnosis, I was filled with dread. A very close friend of mine died about 10 years ago, of a brain aneurysm. That friend was only in her late 40's and left us way too soon. She was otherwise, a very healthy, active person. But she was alone when she died, and I often think that if she'd gotten to a hospital in time, she might still be here today.

I don't think I've ever read about this condition on this board...but hoping that by talking about it, someone else might be aware of it, and get help as soon as possible if someone you know shows any symptoms. My mom didn't feel well earlier in the day. And my friend who passed away, also complained of feeling like she was coming down with the flu. But symptoms escalate quickly....and getting to the hospital right away is necessary.

Still feeling such a sense of relief that my mom was saved.