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Post-Intensive Care Syndrome (PICS) - Let's talk
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My ICU experience occurred 10 years ago. Currently my family and I are experiencing a situation that is deeply touching each of us. So memories have been reactivated as we deal with this issue.
During my quiet moments, I thought of this discussion group and all of you who have so generously shared. I gain strength in reading some of the past conversations. I want to send a virtual hug to each and everyone of you.
It has been a while since we have heard from some of you. Do you have any updates to share here?
We really do learn from each other and we don't have to be alone. I am eager to welcome any new members.
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As the one year anniversary of my ICU stay approaches, I am both celebrating victories and facing new challenges. I previously shared that I suffered neuromuscular damage that left me using a wheelchair for six months - I'm happy to report that through extensive PT and the passage of time, I've progressed from wheelchair to walker, and now to just a cane! I'm thankful to be able to get around easier and get back on public transit, and to have so much more of the world be accessible to me. However, despite this improvement, I'm seeing an increase in intrusive re-experiencing symptoms (sometimes full on flashbacks) to my time in the ICU with the anniversary coming up in January. On one hand I'm thankful for the new year ahead - and, I also want to remain realistic that my symptoms may intensify as the anniversary gets closer.
Rosemary, I am thinking of you and your family during this challenging time. Thank you for reaching out. I came to this page tonight unsure if I would share, but your words have encouraged me to do so.