Recovery After Stroke
Recovery After Stroke
Healing and Hope: Jenna Muscat’s Ischemic Stroke Recovery
Healing and Hope: Jenna Muscat’s Ischemic Stroke Recovery
Healing and Hope: Jenna Muscat’s Ischemic Stroke Recovery
Sunday 11th August 2024
Join Jenna Muscat as she shares her powerful story of stroke recovery, mental health struggles, and advocacy for better awareness.
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Get the buttons here!Jenna Muscat’s Journey: From Stroke to Advocacy
Episode Overview
- Recognise the symptoms of cerebral venous sinus thrombosis.
- Understand the importance of advocating for your health.
- Learn about the mental health challenges post-stroke.
- Discover the role of community support in recovery.
- Gain insights into the risks associated with hormonal birth control.
I was still in extraordinary pain and thought at any point I was just going to drop dead.
At just 22, Jenna Muscat faced a life-altering ischemic stroke due to cerebral venous sinus thrombosis. This episode of 'Recovery After Stroke' takes you through Jenna's powerful journey of resilience and recovery. Jenna candidly shares her experiences of navigating the medical system, dealing with misdiagnoses, and the intense fear that accompanied her condition. Her story is one of vulnerability, strength, and advocacy for better awareness around stroke symptoms and risks, especially for young women on hormonal birth control.
Jenna also opens up about her mental health struggles, including anxiety and PTSD, and how she found support through therapy and community. The host guides the conversation with empathy, highlighting the importance of perseverance and community support in overcoming such challenges. Jenna’s journey is a testament to the power of human spirit and the importance of not dismissing one's symptoms. This episode is a must-listen for anyone affected by stroke or looking for inspiration in the face of adversity.
Tune in to hear how Jenna turned her life around and now helps others through her advocacy work.