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I've had a significant amount of weight gain since my stroke in June. Most I've ever weighed. Yes, I am seeing a nutritionist. I am so fatigued all of the time, not sleepy. Getting more blood work done to look at hormone levels. I'm not lazy, just lost interest in things. And I do not dream anymore. I used to have vivid colorful dreams every night. I kind of started using my dreams to process and plan my days.
I sleep well. I'm not sleepy but always feel fatigue. I'm never starving, but now have eaten more sugary snacks. I was never a real "sweets" person before stroke. More savory.
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After my stroke, I lost weight. Mostly it was because I felt so terrible I didn't want to eat. Initially, I lost about 35 pounds.
I slowly gained most of it back, but my weight stabilized about 10-15 pounds less than my pre-stroke weight.
It would probably be less than that, but I am in constant pain, and eating is the only thing I do that doesn't hurt.
Anyway, fatigue is a very common issue for stroke patients. It's taking forever for me to get my endurance back -- but it is happening.
Have you considered talking with a counselor or other therapist? It's done me a world of good. A stroke is a traumatic brain injury by definition, and trauma is so much more than just a physical event.
Best wishes on your recovery. I know it's a long journey. Hang in there!