Recovery After Stroke
Recovery After Stroke
Brain Hemorrhage and AVM Recovery at 27 – Chet Ciccone
Brain Hemorrhage and AVM Recovery at 27 – Chet Ciccone
Brain Hemorrhage and AVM Recovery at 27 – Chet Ciccone
Monday 5th February 2024
Join Chet Ciccone as he shares his intense recovery journey from a brain haemorrhage at 27 due to an undiagnosed AVM.
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Episode Overview
- Chet shares his experience of suffering a brain haemorrhage at 27.
- The challenges and processes involved in his emergency surgery.
- The emotional and physical hurdles during his recovery.
- The importance of therapy and support from loved ones.
- Humour and resilience as key elements in his journey.
I had to learn how to get up out of bed over and over – it was annoying but necessary.
Chet Ciccone's life took a dramatic turn at 27 when he suffered a brain haemorrhage due to an undiagnosed arteriovenous malformation (AVM). In this gripping episode of 'Recovery After Stroke', Chet shares his intense journey from that fateful day to his ongoing recovery. Picture this: a young geotechnical engineer, unwinding with video games after a regular day at work, suddenly feels an overwhelming warmth and confusion.
What follows is a harrowing experience involving emergency surgery, the removal of part of his skull, and a long road to rehabilitation. Chet’s story isn’t just about medical procedures; it’s about resilience, adapting to new realities, and finding strength in unexpected places. He talks candidly about the emotional toll, the importance of physical and emotional therapy, and the surprising challenges like left-side neglect that he faced.
Chet’s humour shines through as he recounts the oddities of recovery, like learning to walk again and the peculiar feeling of missing part of his skull. His reflections on the support from friends, family, and healthcare professionals highlight the community's crucial role in recovery. If you're looking for a story of hope, determination, and a bit of laughter amidst adversity, this episode is a must-listen.
Chet's journey is a testament to the human spirit's capacity to overcome even the most daunting challenges.