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It's ɓeèn 4 weeks tòday since my close friend suffered TBI'S in a hit and run accident

He's finally off life support but still hasn't woken up yet

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Sepsur

it can take time - in my case it was 11 days from when they started to try and wake me to when I was really aware.

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BigH63

Hi Purple rain.

Great news but like Sepsur has said it takes time. It was a long time for me also so don't be disheartened he will get there. Just be there as much as you can. Talk, read , play some music he likes anything it’s your voce to reassure.

My daughter used to hold my hand and just talk, my son would play music we both liked.

Good luck

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Copse77

ecmofamilysupport.com/ecmo-...

Our story was written to provide hope to other families. Waking up takes time. Please see link and read the story that will help you understand it’s a journey that’s just starting for your friend. I hope they recover well.

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