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deck25150
deck25150

I was at a cocktail party last week when a gentleman who had some mild stroke deforities (slight dip in facial muscles) confided to a couple of us that he had been taking "speed" for about a year and apart from it being very expensive, illegal, and hard to get, he found that it helped him overcome the fatigue he had been suffering from since his stroke.  I don't wish for anyone to "out" themselves - but has anyone heard any comments along these lines?

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  • Winnie143
    Winnie143 deck25150

    Posted

    No I haven't as I am on enough pills without taking anymore, ask your Doc. Deck

    I would not advise anyone to take drugs either unless prescribed

  • beth4700
    beth4700 deck25150

    Posted

    I haven't heard of this before, I've only heard of B-12 injections.  What I have heard of (not relating to strokes though) is that narcotics (legal) can be uppers and downers.  So if you or whomever you have in mind about this is on any type of pain medication, maybe you or they could make an adjustment on that to assist (if you/they are on any pain meds) or have the doctor review what medications you/they are on because some of them may be causing the fatigue.  I agree with Winnie 143, I wouldn't advise anyone to take anything unless it is prescribed.   In this day and age it's like playing roulette with a loaded gun.  I would recommend having an honest conversation with the attending physician about whatever is going on and give the physician an opportunity to address the situation.  If they don't or won't, then move on and get a doctor that will listen to whatever concerns or issues you/they have going on.  I know it's difficult to do that, but what's the point of going to a doctor that doesn't listen to your needs?smile
    • deck25150
      deck25150 beth4700

      Posted

      Thanks Beth  I'm not on any pain medication that I know of - I've asked my doctor about fatigue but he couldn't offer any help.  Unfortunately I live in a small town with  only a couple of doctors (which is why I sought some advise from you folks).   I don't like the idea of taking drugs of any sort, but neither do I like the idea of napping away half of the rest of my life.
    • beth4700
      beth4700 deck25150

      Posted

      Hi Deck, I wish I had more to offer you for advice but unfortunately I don't have a lot. I haven't had a stroke myself thank God above but I was my mother's caregiver after many srltokes that left her completely debilitated I know that the doctors put her on so many medications that she slept constantly. Luckily , after I pulled her out of the nursing home, we found a good doctor who slowly but surely addressed this situation. Your situation is tough if you're limited the way you are. I'm on pain management so I understand not wanting to sleep days away. My only recommendation would be to learn about eating a properly balanced diet and literally force yourself to exercise everyday to build up your stamina. Walking daily is good. And it doesnt matter how far...just so you move. My mom would fight me with every ounce of her being to stay in bed. She didnt even want me to wheel her around in a chair. I was told this had a lot to do with how the stroke effects your brain. I only know that you have to be good to your body and do the best you're able. Some days you will need the rest and you need to give your mind and body what it needs. There are no magic pills or potions. Sometimes when I have to travel, I will drink what's called a five hour energy drink. I only drink half. It helps me stay awake while I'm driving. I don't recommend these on a regular basis but they can give you a little pick me up. if you can get your stamina up that's half the battle. Keep your system clean of bad food items...educate yourself about this. I wish I had more to offer. I would ask your doctor to do blood work to see where your testosterone and vitamin levels are. If he/she won't I would have to truly question your doctor's abilities on the most basic level Hopefully someone else on here may have something for you. IN the meantime be good to your temple and just do the best you can.
    • loxie
      loxie beth4700

      Posted

      Great reply Beth.  You're so right about exercise.  The healthier our body the more able it is to cope with stress, not just mental stress but physical stress too.  I am very limited in physical activity by arthritis but when I stop being a couch potato, I really feel so much more alive and energy levels are much better.  Walking as you say is excellent, just a gentle stroll will get the circulation going and increase all the good stuff - endorphins etc.  Popping a pill often isn't the answer, the 'cure' is in what we do not what we take.
  • loxie
    loxie deck25150

    Posted

    amphetamines are 'uppers' and thus increase energy and vitallity.  They are however nasty addictive damaging drugs and the 'up' is short lived and the longer they're used the nastier the 'down' is afterwards.  To be avoided at all costs, there are safer and much nicer ways of combating fatigue.
    • deck25150
      deck25150 loxie

      Posted

      re: " there are safer and much nicer ways of combating fatigue."

      I'm all ears!

       

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