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What did you find most surprising once you were out of the ICU?

Intensive Care (ICU) | Last Active: Dec 16, 2021 | Replies (107)
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@crmerwar

All the information posted has been helpful. Thanks to all who have contributed. Sad to hear from others with experience like mine. Saddest is that few doctors prepare their patients for PICUS. I am a long- retired physician who discovered that I had a clinically definable complication by surfing the internet. I had severe, recurring hallucinations during my ICU stay. You have said that their severity predicts the duration of the complication. Next months for me it will be two years despite following the prescribed therapies.
Charles.

helpful info. thanks to all

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kathylee | @kathylee | Dec 15, 2021

Charles, I know what you mean about the lack of physician awareness of PICs. My oncologist came to see me nearly everyday during my 10 day ICU and consequent hospitalization. He didn't understand my delirium and hallucinations. To this day I am sure he's unaware. Thank you for bringing up this important point.

Kathylee

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