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Can a major life trauma significantly age a person?
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10 and 1/2 years ago got bacterial meningitis of my brain with sepsis multi organ failure on a vent etc. I was coded. In many ways I have recovered but require more sleep much quieter life style. Got a lot of therapy. Still getting it. I will be recovering for the rest of my life.
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50 years ago I had swine flu, NDE, and ICU for over 30 days along with sleep deprivation psychosis. I lost the lower part of one lung and the ability to walk without pain. Now I'm 70. For all these years I've also needed a lot of sleep, and a lot of peace and quiet. I'm still dealing with the experience and so appreciate your comment. My life has actually been very full--but I had to really prioritize what was important and discard the rest. This very traumatic experience did make me who I am, in a lot of good ways too. Thanks again.
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MDK1960,
What an awful experience to endure and for so long! That's too bad. I'm glad that you have recovered somewhat. Requiring more sleep and a quieter life style is a recipe that I think we all need! You are fortunate that you need that. It will improve your health a lot.
Best wishes. I will say a prayer for you.
PML