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Always hungry and gaining weight after massive hemorrhage stroke
My fiancé who is only 37 yrs old had a massive hemorrhage stroke on the right of of the brain in October 2015. She still has left side paralysis, but making some progress. One of her major issues is weight gain which is making her recovery more difficult. She is experiencing a feeling of always being hungry and has not had the feeling of being full since her stroke. She also does not remember what and when she eats. I continually remind her of what she ate, portions and the time she ate. I have tried recording everything she eats so she realizes how much she is consuming, but she doesn't have any interest and is only concerned about how hungry she is at the moment.
We have inquired with her neurological Doctor, family doctor and brain surgeon, but none of them have offered any solutions. Her family doctor suggested a wellness plan, but I know she will not follow it.
This hunger issue is also causing her frequent emotional breakdowns.
Any suggestions would be appreciated!
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@fekind I'm so sorry to hear of your fiancée's problems with hunger and eating. I was just wondering about her past history of eating. Prior to her stroke what were her eating habits like? Any problems with restriction of food or compulsive over-eating? Also, sometimes meds can cause an increase in appetite. Her current problems might be a combination of medication side-effects as well as the stroke. I noticed that you live in Michigan and I was wondering if you have consulted the Mary Free Bed organization. Michigan has some great rehab facilities. There are also specific therapies to help with cognitive recovery programs. I hope that as you continue to seek answers you will find encouragement and help. Best wishes! Teresa
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2 Reactions@colleenyoung, yes, she worked with Rehabilitation Institute of Michigan (R.I.M), both for inpatient and outpatient.
Hi @fekind,
This must be so stressful for you and your fiancé. I'm bringing @soitis4590 @IndianaScott @chesneydell1965 @carer into this conversation about stroke. They have all had experience with stroke as a patient or caregiver. I wonder if they have had any experience with increased appetite after stroke.
Fekind, did your partner work with a stroke rehab team? http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/stroke/in-depth/stroke-rehabilitation/art-20045172