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Craniotomy ID Bracelet
Hello everyone. I had brain clipping (craniotomy) for a large aneurysm on the middle cerebral artery last year. I'm now dealing with coronary heart disease and a small aortic aneurysm which was recently identified. With the metal clips, plates and screws in my head, should I carry any identification or wear an ID bracelet? My concern is that if I am out of my local area and something happens, will the hospital automatically do cat scans, no MRIs or do I need to share this info? Thank you.
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@organizedchaos04
I'm a big MedicAlert fan. I have epilepsy and have used MedicAlert for nearly 60 years.
I wear a emblem on my watch band, have an ID on seat belt with a card inside with all my info. I also have a card in my wallet and phone case.
I believe the important thing with medical IDs is that it could save essential time.
One thing I like about MedicAlert id that you can store documents like durable power of attorney & medical records.
https://www.medicalert.org/
Take care,
Jake
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4 ReactionsI wear a dog tag. I have been thinking about adding another that has the QR code to go along with it. I read that the QR code is easy to set up. Everybody has a phone and it can save your life if you’re unconscious.
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2 Reactions@stonewheel Thank you for your response. What condition do you use the dog tag for?
Hi.
I have PMR, so I take Prednisone (glucocorticoid) and because Prednisone causes my blood to clot (DVT) I also have to take Eliquis (blood thinner). Pharmacological Merry-Go-Round.
I like your handle. I’m certainly trying to do just that.
I wish you the very best and think you should wear something that medical responders will easily and quickly find on your person so that they can triage you to the treatment that will benefit you the best.
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2 Reactions@jakedduck1
That’s a great idea for my car seatbelt. In fact one that I carry with me all the time to wrap on a seat belt in any vehicle that I’m riding in. Keep it in a hip, or any pocket. Good thinking.
Thanks.
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2 ReactionsGreat ideas!!! A month after I had a brain tumor removed we were rearended and I was afraid of my recent surgery would cause an issue. Luckily I was alert enough to tell the paramedics my condition and they took every precaution to ensure my safety! We were in a different county and I was taken to a hospital that was not familiar with my medical condition. I have never thought of having something like this on my body to alert medical staff about my condition.
Again. Thanks for sharing your ideas! Much appreciated!!
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2 ReactionsI have a brain injury ID card I carry with my other ID..
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You should never assume you're going to be alert enough to describe your condition or even conscious.
You might give some serious consideration to getting some type of medical ID in case you're not capable of describing your condition.
Jake
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2 ReactionsThanks Jake. This is helpful.
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