The Stroke Effect: Life after a Stroke

I had 2 massive strokes six years and six months ago. I was 44 years young. After surviving a stroke one gains a new appreciation of life. May GOD Bless You

I had a celebral stroke and as in the hospital with vertigo, nausea etc, lost almost 25 pounds, was on blood thinning needles in my stomach, lost control of my left arm, from elbow down, ....couldn’t believe how hard it was to do simple tasks, Listen to Shepherds Chapel bible series, daily, needed The Lord to heal me mentally, physically, spiritually ...♥️♥️💗I got my arm and hand back over 2 yrs later, got feeling back, ♥️♥️♥️then had afall on ice and fell my head bounced on cement, not the same p, headaches, neck pain, back pain ongoing, ♥️♥️BUt I Had the Lord ... He has helped recover.....l THankyou YHVH

As a survivor of stroke, I know the debilitation is life changing. I am always inspired by the courage of others. THANK YOU!

My father has suffered a massive combined stroke (ischemic and hemorrhagic) 2,5 years ago, stayed at the hospital for 4 weeks and doctors basically told me and my mom that he was very unlikely to survive due to the nature and the severity of the stroke. Thanks to God my dad not only survived, but has regained movement in his leg, regained his memory, his cognitive skills, he even works from home part-time. Unfortunately he did not regain movement in the affected arm and hand and he now suffers from chronic fatigue and has been unstable emotionally, but he has done amazing knowing the initial prognosis that the doctors gave us. I thank God every day for not taking my dad away and I am extremely grateful that my dad is alive and well and that he got to meet his grandson 1,5 years ago. Stroke is a bitch, but here is life after stroke. Physical rehabilitation and family support do wonders!

I had a massive stroke when I was 21. I try my best to lead a normal life but the sad truth is I never feel complete . I still struggle with depression but I'm blessed to have my own family .

I’m a stroke survivor myself, I know how hard it is when you have to rely only on yourself. Thank you for all the recovery video it gives us hope.

My wife (81) had a massive stroke eight weeks ago. She cannot speak, cannot swallow, cannot move right leg and arm, and has her left hand bound up, so as not to pull out feeding tubes. I try to visit every day. We've been married 61 years. It's heartbreaking.

I’m 45 , my son was murdered December 20 2023 . I had a major stroke dec.25. Left side paralysis. Left eye neglect.I lost my independence and recovery has been difficult. A daily fight

I had a hemorrhagic stroke at 19 years old. I was just sitting and felt a pop in my head. Turned out to be a ruptured aneurysm. This whole experience has really showed me how precious life is

Amazing stories people. So thought I'd write mine. I have my stroke September 15th 2008 at 17 paralyzed on my right so 3 months in hospital learning to walk and talk. Then after that two years on have testicular cancer then drunk heavily for 2 years then after 5 years all clear I went to Spain for 6 months learned the language a bit. Then just back from South America after 8 months but I'm still trying to improve function of the right arm and I'm living at home and terrified of relationships so that's my story. Good luck everyone.

I am truly moved by the inspiration of you people! My mum had a severe stroke out of nowhere and our lives changed from one day to the next. She is the strongest and kindest soul I know. Lots of love and hope for everyone in the new year. I'm so proud of you.

Suffered a hemorrhagic stroke a month ago, was sent to the hospital the same night and sometime after was given the news after an MRI. My right side doesn't function right and while I can use it my right arm and leg still feel deadened. This took most of my drawing skill, which was soul crushing. It wasn't a stroke on the level of these people but it was something big and an impact on my life. I'm only 21, the experience is debilitating on my mind and spirit. It's uplifting to hear stories from other people, to see such courage in the face of such hardship. It's easy to laugh and cry about your situation, but it takes guts to look on the bright side and be happy despite such transgressions.

I had a stroke back in may in San Diego while walking my dog. I remember everything. I couldn’t get a word out. My speech was slur. Thankfully there were people around walking their dog and came to my aid. I was in the ER within 30 minutes bc it was near by. I was given TPA to dissolve the clot. I’m back to normal but I noticed I forget a lot.

I had a stroke in 2019, we should be proud of us who did survive and grateful to everyone who helped us (physicians, therapists, familly...) but from my point of view it is either stay in bed or wake yourself up to get better, it's only up to you and that strong courage is to me the willing to live your life the best you can :) I wish you'all the best, perseverance and reps are the key. I myself am going to be an MD now, and I hope one day it'll be my turn to help others like they did .

My mom just had a stroke this weekend. She started rehab today. I really hope she can recover as well as these people did.

that was really good. I know someone who's had a stroke and they are in hospital and so frustrated and annoyed. this was good because it addresses how emotions are affected by a stroke and how angry people can get, how frustrated people can get but also how determined people can be. Very bitter sweet.

I stroked in September of 2010, due to a paradoxical embolism. Thankfully, I was able to regain a lot of my function fairly quickly, but it was a confusing and scary time.

My brother suffered a massive stroke, Aphasia too. He’s in a wheelchair & speechless for life. I visit him often.

if you have a loved one spend every day with them like it's your last

I'm 19; and I suffered a stroke a month ago paralyzed from my left side now I'm doing there's an only use a cane to walk long distances still can't move my left fingers but I try my hardest Everytime . Sometimes I cry and ask myself why I had a stroke but I guess it was a wake up call for me from God I had a crazy lifestyle messed up sleeping schedule drinking smoking partying no o eat healthier I'm 19 very young that's whatshelping me