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Board: Stroke 05-19-2013, 04:23 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 160
Posted By Iwamura
Re: 11 months and I am still learning

Yes, I'd describe it as buzzing also. Hope you're doing well today.
Board: Stroke 05-14-2013, 03:34 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 160
Posted By Iwamura
Re: 11 months and I am still learning

Thanks for the update guyp! Really good to hear from you and that the numbness might be subsiding a bit.

I have been feeling the heaviness also. The ringing in my ears seems worse lately. I...
Board: Stroke 05-07-2013, 03:52 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 436
Posted By Iwamura
Re: 10 months post stroke and new doctor therapy

Amen to that! I am thankful too!
Board: Stroke 04-24-2013, 03:33 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 436
Posted By Iwamura
Re: 10 months post stroke and new doctor therapy

Anxiously waiting for your update today.....
Board: Stroke 04-22-2013, 06:12 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 436
Posted By Iwamura
Re: 10 months post stroke and new doctor therapy

I am really excited for you! Have you had any therapy before now?
Board: Stroke 03-29-2013, 01:54 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 363
Posted By Iwamura
Re: 9.5 months post stroke

Good luck guyp! I'm excited for you!
Board: Stroke 03-20-2013, 04:37 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 581
Posted By Iwamura
Re: Thanks and Prayers for Cactus Al

Praying for you Al........
Board: Stroke 03-19-2013, 06:30 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 288
Posted By Iwamura
Re: 9 months post stroke

Hello guyp! It's been awhile since I've replied on here but I do keep up with everyone on here daily. I just haven't felt like posting. You know i have always commented on our similarities and...
Board: Stroke 02-06-2013, 07:00 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 214
Posted By Iwamura
Work & Stress

At work today I was put in a very stressful situation that I use to be able to handle with no problem. Since my stroke (June 2012) I have managed to avoid large crowds and have sorta been very low...
Board: Stroke 01-26-2013, 06:37 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,104
Posted By Iwamura
Re: 7 Months post stroke

Guyp, my numbness came in place of the tingling and hypersensitivity. I did not have the pain and tightness at the beginning. I am trying to be positive and not worry or think something else is...
Board: Stroke 01-23-2013, 05:22 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,104
Posted By Iwamura
Re: 7 Months post stroke

guyp, my leg and hand is hurting so bad today. :-(
I hope you are having a better day and managing the pain. It's overwhelmingly unnerving, isn't it?

I haven't been to therapy in almost a...
Board: Stroke 01-16-2013, 04:11 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,104
Posted By Iwamura
Re: 7 Months post stroke

Guyp, thanks for the update! Glad you are managing. Do you realize how exciting it is to see updates from our supporters?! Or is it just me being emotional and sensitive? :-) It really makes me...
Board: Stroke 01-13-2013, 02:32 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,101
Posted By Iwamura
re: Recent stroke and carotid endarterectomy - will the symptoms go away?

Hello sue and welcome to the board. We all know how scared a stroke can be. This site has been a blessing for me and i hope you find it to be helpful for you. How are you doing???

Iwamura
Board: Stroke 01-08-2013, 07:38 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 473
Posted By Iwamura
Re: Mom just had some mini strokes - terrified daughter needing advice!

So sorry to hear about your mother. I hope that she will regain herself soon. I know this is a very difficult time and I pray for your strength.

Be wishes and prayers sent.

Iwamura
Board: Stroke 01-08-2013, 04:21 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,501
Posted By Iwamura
Re: My Stroke

Happy New Year!

Today I am doing good....not great but good! I have so much to be thankful for.

Just a couple updates: with the help of Lipitor and diet changes I have lowered my total...
Board: Stroke 01-06-2013, 03:25 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,023
Posted By Iwamura
Re: 6 months post stroke

Hi guyp......glad you're doing great! Your notes are all so familiar! I am saying this with a smile. "I'm doing great but more numbness which is stressful". I'm at the doctor's visit: dr asks...
Board: Stroke 01-05-2013, 03:29 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,023
Posted By Iwamura
Re: 6 months post stroke

Happy new year guyp! How are you doing? Its been awhile....I look forward to hearing back from you!

God bless,
Iwamura
Board: Stroke 01-05-2013, 03:02 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 828
Posted By Iwamura
Re: TIA Stroke

I know what you mean......but please do not rush it if you are able to take some time off or at least try half days if you must work. Before my stroke I was in the gym 5-6 times a week. After the...
Board: Stroke 01-04-2013, 06:34 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 828
Posted By Iwamura
Re: TIA Stroke

Hello and welcome to the board. Sorry to hear you suffered a stroke. I see you said "small" stroke. Please know that no matter how "small" it was/is you have suffered a stroke. I went back to...
Board: Stroke 12-22-2012, 06:14 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,023
Posted By Iwamura
Re: 6 months post stroke

You guys make me smile.
:)
Board: Stroke 12-21-2012, 05:58 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,023
Posted By Iwamura
Re: 6 months post stroke

Hi guyp! Thanks for the update and I am so proud of you. I hope you have a merry Christmas and a very happy new year!
Board: Stroke 12-17-2012, 05:55 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 594
Posted By Iwamura
Re: Numbness growing

Hi al,
I think cymbalta did actually help with my depression a little but no help with neuropathy pain. Since i stopped cymbalta i have had the worst mood swings. I have no idea what they're going...
Board: Stroke 12-16-2012, 06:48 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 594
Posted By Iwamura
Re: Numbness growing

Every time my physician and/or my neurologist mention a new med I huff and puff and roll my eyes at them! Literally! Lol Then I say I don't want to be a pill head! In all seriousness though, I AM...
Board: Stroke 12-16-2012, 05:53 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 594
Posted By Iwamura
Re: Numbness growing

My risk factors are hypertension and high cholesterol. I also use to smoke a pk of cigarettes a day. I have not smoked since the day before the stroke!

Did you have bad experience with cymbalta...
Board: Stroke 12-16-2012, 04:01 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 594
Posted By Iwamura
Re: Numbness growing

Hello terry6632,
Thank you for your reply. Before my stroke (June 2012) I never took any meds except allergy medicine and occasionally something for a headache. I now take two kinds of blood...
Board: Stroke 12-16-2012, 03:32 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 296
Posted By Iwamura
Re: merry christmas

Thank you George! Merry Christmas to you and your family! Wishing everyone a very happy new year!

Sincerely,
Iwamura
Board: Stroke 12-09-2012, 03:33 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 594
Posted By Iwamura
Re: Numbness growing

I'm thinking new med might be some of my problem! I feel awful today...head hurts, nauseated, neck, shoulder, lips, leg, foot....like I wanna cut them off! Ugh cymbalta, I don't think you are for...
Board: Stroke 12-08-2012, 06:48 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 594
Posted By Iwamura
Numbness growing

Hello everyone,
Since my stroke I have pretty much had numbness in the right-side of my upper lip and cheek. The numbness has radiated to my entire upper and lower lips. It comes and goes but...
Board: Stroke 12-07-2012, 10:11 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,501
Posted By Iwamura
Re: My Stroke

Hahahaha tinam7 you crack me up! It's tongue in cheek for now while I sit back and watch this person who is now struggling with high blood pressure and high cholesterol. I wish no ill upon my worst...
Board: Stroke 12-06-2012, 04:04 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 627
Posted By Iwamura
Re: Five months and three weeks post stroke

Guyp, do you think it was the STRESS of going to dentist that caused it to get worse or what?
Board: Stroke 12-06-2012, 03:59 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,501
Posted By Iwamura
Re: My Stroke

My answer is that I am more of a beeeaach now and have a ton of animosity towards my boss because of the way I have been treated AND lack of understanding of what I am going through. I have picked...
Board: Stroke 12-04-2012, 04:49 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 268
Posted By Iwamura
Re: significant stroke at 20 y/o

Welcome to our stroke family. This is definitely a place to share your own experiences, ask questions, and yes it all helps us and hopefully anyone seeking information from real survivors and...
Board: Stroke 12-04-2012, 04:34 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,501
Posted By Iwamura
Re: My Stroke

Hello Self! Today has been warm and humid for this time of year with thunderstorms on the way tonight. I've always heard ppl say they can tell when it's gonna rain by the way their body aches. ...
Board: Stroke 12-03-2012, 04:26 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,069
Posted By Iwamura
Re: Five month plus

Amen tinam7!
You are so right......I think I am going to write a pledge and ask for everyones input, sign it, and frame it.

This board and communication I have with each of you preserves my...
Board: Stroke 12-02-2012, 06:50 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,069
Posted By Iwamura
Re: Five month plus

I have learned more here and at PT/OT than I have at my neurologist and my family physician! Guyp I think they don't tell you what to expect because they hope you don't and they don't know for sure. ...
Board: Stroke 11-28-2012, 03:39 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 509
Posted By Iwamura
Re: I found my mother 8 hours after stroke

Unfortunately, smoking is one of the leading causes of strokes along with high blood pressure, and high cholesterol. If I am understanding you about the clot...my stroke was the type stroke that was...
Board: Stroke 11-27-2012, 03:45 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 509
Posted By Iwamura
Re: I found my mother 8 hours after stroke

Hello fstx and welcome to the board. So sorry your mother is ill. I hope she gets well soon. Has the doctor said what might have caused her stroke.
Board: Stroke 11-26-2012, 05:55 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,069
Posted By Iwamura
Re: Five month plus

Hello guyp,
I hope you had a good day today. I know it's hard but let's help each other through these tough days. There are days where I just want to have my own pity party but I realize we have...
Board: Stroke 11-13-2012, 03:36 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 585
Posted By Iwamura
Re: 5 months post stroke

Hi guyp!
Glad to see your post. I know I am not always the positive one but I try to share my honest thoughts and feelings. My numbness is also very different today. My neck and shoulder has...
Board: Stroke 11-03-2012, 06:02 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 369
Posted By Iwamura
Cymbalta

Hello friends,
Are you taking or have tried Cymbalta? Did it work for you?

Thanks in advance,
Iwamura
Board: Stroke 11-02-2012, 06:57 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,555
Posted By Iwamura
Re: 34 year old male, mini stroke

When I was released from the hospital they said to watch for headaches that are sudden, sharp, and unbearable. I.m not sure how to compare it to a severe migraine or something. But if ur headache...
Board: Stroke 11-01-2012, 05:17 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 694
Posted By Iwamura
Re: how long can you have stroke symptoms

Hi jak1974,,,I am so glad you went to see your doctor! There are many preventive things a person can do if indeed your symptoms are warning signs rather than an actual stroke or whatever it might be...
Board: Stroke 11-01-2012, 03:25 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,145
Posted By Iwamura
Re: Very nervous about the numbness growing

Hello travelmom,
It is true that there may not be anything wrong with your arm or leg but merely the signal your brain is sending. I will say that we tend to no use the limb that hurts and that's...
Board: Stroke 10-31-2012, 04:07 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,555
Posted By Iwamura
Re: 34 year old male, mini stroke

I was also a cigarette smoker. I have NOT smoked since the day before my stroke. (june 2, 2012) Doctors say is was probably one of the main contributing factors. Cigarettes constrict the vessels...
Board: Stroke 10-31-2012, 03:17 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,145
Posted By Iwamura
Re: Very nervous about the numbness growing

Hi travel mom...I was told mine was left frontal ischemic affecting my right side. With the hypersensitivity I am having I also think I had thalamus damage as well. Guyp and I are running along the...
Board: Stroke 10-24-2012, 03:46 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,501
Posted By Iwamura
Re: My Stroke

Mulchie, no need to apologize. I'm sorry you are having the struggles and I totally understand but you guys are my savior and I plan to post here as often as possible.

Thank you so much!
...
Board: Stroke 10-24-2012, 03:28 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,145
Posted By Iwamura
Re: Very nervous about the numbness growing

Guyp,
Has your employer made any modifications to help make your job easier to manage? Are you able to take breaks throughout the day?

And have you shared these issues with your doctors???
...
Board: Stroke 10-23-2012, 06:24 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,145
Posted By Iwamura
Re: Very nervous about the numbness growing

Hi Guyp,
How are you feeling? Sunday I realized that I have not had numbness in my face all weekend.....however, last week AT WORK I had it all day everyday. Yesterday and today not as much in my...
Board: Stroke 10-23-2012, 05:11 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,311
Posted By Iwamura
Re: Lips numb! What does that mean?

Hello lifeishectic,
just checking on you....hope you are feeling better. How is your numbness?

Sincerely,
Iwamura
Board: Stroke 10-22-2012, 06:11 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,501
Posted By Iwamura
Re: My Stroke

Hi Mulchie,
I wish I had the option of not having to return to work so soon. I have plenty sick leave accumulated but of course my family medical leave time was up so I HAD to return in fear of...
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