Ischemic stroke, now mobility more limited, looking for encouragement

Glad you were diagnosed, @irishnanny3. Sorry to hear you're been having TIAs for some time.

Since you mentioned being diagnosed with polycythemia vera, I'd encourage you to take a look at this or other PV discussions in Mayo Clinic Connect's Blood Cancers & Disorders support group:

- Polycythemia Vera: Just been diagnosed https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/polycythemia-vera-1/

How are you doing on the blood thinner and
hydroxyurea?

The blood thinner and hydroxy have kept numbers in safe range. Two biggest problems are multiple skin cancers, requiring MOHS surgery on my face. Both the PV and the hydroxy make them occur frequently
Other issue is I was diagnosed with central pain syndrome ( my stroke was in thalamic region of my brain)
Entire left side of my body affected. Have tried every option to treat available to no avail.. every med, including fentanyl and methadone, acupuncture,
Marijuana , pain management specialists ,
Physiatrist, neurologist, etc
I had NHL in the past and
got through that, but this is
my challenge

Had ischemic stroke #3 March 24. Lots of little symptoms over long period of time, relied on PT for help and did. Walking and balance, impinged shoulder, etc. using repatha instead of statin.

@devoted1 - how is your recovery going?

@lisalucier
My recovery is coming along day by day. I forget some things at time but my memory is gradually getting better. I still have trouble pouncing some words too at times. I'm just glad to be as well as I am and blessed to be here. Thanks for asking.

@devoted1 - I wanted to let you know I moved your post here where others were talking about ischemic stroke. Hoping they can let you know if they or a loved one is going through the same thing recovering from this and provide encouragement. Please meet @grrranny @g1315 @dianestjohn @marcye14 and others.

I'm sorry to hear this stroke was traumatic. Strokes can be life-altering. That is true. Glad to hear yours was mild.

How is the hand recovery going? How is your emotional state?

@lisalucier
Thankyou for your thoughtfully help. You are appreciated.
A tad embarrassed. I was usually the one routing people on into a positive state. So, I've gently removed myself from the site lately. I will say, however, I find I get so much more than I give.
Hand has healed. But, every now and then, I find the physical scars heal so much easier than the emotional scars attached to them. This is life. I find moving forward, away from past trauma is the answer for me. Just get my feet stuck in the mud every now and then. ☺️. Thankyou again just for plum caring. Diane

@lisalucier
I still have some issues with my right hand. Holding anything can sometimes become challenging; especially a pen to write my name, but it gradually improving. My emotional state is so much better. Not crying at the drop of a hat anymore! Glad to be somewhat over the hump in my life. Still progressing with God's help.