General Chat

Hi sue, yes I do know that, but if the bus pass holder travels without their escort, they can't use bus pass. I have one because of my eyes, hubby has one because of stroke, we are like the bus pass family. My son doesn't have one though, thankfully. M.

LOL M, I didn't know they couldn't travel on their own. Never got one for my other half or my daughter cause our buses are few and far between. There are some advantages to him not being allowed to drive, I get to choose my own car!! Sue:-)

I also have epilepsy, it started last year at the age of 30 for no apparent reason. it is so annoying when you are in the middle of doing something and completely forget what you are doing, none of my friends believe me though, they blame it on me being blonde !!! lol Jane

Denise, the answer on this thread earlier by Viv in Herts may be the nearest you will get. Most people who have an anesthetic have new learning (short term memory) problems to some degree and to some level. Have you also thought that a brain that is already full hasn't got the room to pick up new things. Anxiety tends to do this especially if you are anxious about your memory. Roger in .... sorry where am I?

When I was in hospital recovering after a heart attack, I was warned that short-term memory loss was the norm, particularly after surgery under general anaesthetic. It happens to most folk anyway, as they age, but it can be countered. Talk to your GP if you are worried. Even Alzheimers will soon be treatable, if detected early. Len

Hi Morfydd, Just remembered I started this thread a week ago. How are you and your husband, well I hope. John, Maybe your answer is very close to the truth, my brain could be full. Did it again this week though. Put a request on the Record Board and forgot to say what I was asking for. To all those who have answered on the this thread, I wish you well and take care. Denise

Hi Denise, my husband is a changed man since he started back to work three weeks ago, happy, talkative, etc. Still forgetful, but will always be like that. We are going out tomorrow night, first time in ages, so long, I can't even remember how long. With people from the hospital where he is now working. Hope everything is ok with you, email me any time. M.

Although I have not experienced what you young ladies and gents have/are going though - one thing is noticable - (at least this is my way of seeig things - do not want to offend any one) and that is the sense of humour that you all seem to have. One thing I will say is - if anyone needs to have a moan, natter etc - email me. As I work shifts - might not answer straight away - but will do my best, to answer as soon as I can Liz

Jacqui et al Just in case anyone is still wondering, an integrated health practioner, expert or whatever is usually someone who is qualified in both conventional medicine and a number of complementary therapies and techniques. They can therefore draw on both when deciding how to treat someone. I don't know what they have to offer in relation to memory loss (I'm afraid my expertise ends there) but I always think anything is worth a try as long as your expections - and their claims - are realistic. Angela