Ok. I found out I had a small stroke

[Grehmattter2]

I went for a nuro evaluation so they MRI my brain and I had a small stroke. I'm terrified although I did my best to play it off with my kid-dults 25 and 27 and every headache and heart flutter I am worried. I need a referral for a cardiologist so it will be a few days. Scary part is I can only assume it happened during my worst asthma attack I had pneumonia. And had to be intubated. I am so anxious and overthinking yet I don't wanna go out im sad and scared and all over the place.

[Sunrisetabby]

Please, even though it seems impossible, try to relax and stay positive. Among other things, I understand that you are waiting for a referral to see a cardiologist. I have spent years worrying and I know that it doesn't work for me, If you haven't read or listened to gerz I highly recommend Tara Beach. Although not exactly geared to your situation, this meditation on dealing with pain may be helpful: tarabrach.com/meditation-ra...

[litethatnevergoesout]

it’s a transient ischemic attack, I’ve had them due to my traumatic brain injury

[AkrasiaRage13]

That is a lot of news to process! I'm so glad you are getting medical care and seem to be in good hands. The waiting game sucks though. I struggle with health anxiety too and I can only imagine. Just remember that bodies are noisy; they do lots of things that feel strange but dont hurt you. What I usually do when in doubt is wait a certain amount of time when I get concerned about a symptom I am noticing and tell someone close to stay by me if I can. If the problem gets worse or seems really crazy after that time I seek medical attention because it is better safe than sorry. Positive vibes going out to you and your family as you heal!