The Day My Brain Broke podcast - Hannah's story of encephalitis

For World Encephalitis Day 2022 and the first in the series of The Day My Brain Broke podcasts by Lucy Reddin, one of our volunteers Hannah talks about her experience of encephalitis, how it has changed her life and how she is doing now.
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[@user-pu5ys9he1z]

Poor Girl ❤

[@jaimz33]

I'm only just starting to understand how it effected me. When I first got out of hospital I thought I was fine, until I got lost in a street I've known for over 60 years. My wife tells me we're going to a place and 2 minutes later I can't remember where. I've also had a constant dull headache at the top of my head. Get tired very quickly. And feel dizzy as if I'm falling sideways. It really knocks you for a six. I was bitten by a tic a few month back. The UK was recently added to tic borne encephalitis and I've certainly noticed an increase in tics. Take care.

[@encephalitisinternational]

Thank you for watching, and for sharing some of your story with us james. Our support team are here for you, please don't hesitate to reach out to us at [e-mail], or give us a ring on [phone] any time you have a question

[@jaimz33]

@@encephalitisinternational i have already. Thank you.

[@paulinemurray3196]

Lucy/Hannah what a great podcast. I really enjoyed listening, Lucy you are a natural interviewer. Hannah what an incredible story and amazing how you have made such a positive approach to what must have been a horrendous time. I fully understand not being listened too and labelled as anxious when you know there is something medically wrong with yourself. Well done to both of you x

[@johngearty1815]

It’s well after midnight here and I’m listening to you both and in awe as always. It’s been a while since a tear was shed by this particular alpha male but listening to you has made me appreciate how easy I had it. So so so brave Hannah. Incredibly inspiring . Your story needs to be studied by every medical student from here on in. Love and continued strength to you both. John x

[@mamatried925]

My best friend is in LTAC right now diagnosed with post Covid viral encephalitis. They say he is locked in due to a brain stem block. Please, any advice let me know to help him. Thank you you are a amazing woman 💜

[@encephalitisinternational]

You are not alone, Mara Tried - we are here for you and your best friend. Please don't hesitate to reach out to our support team any time you have a question, at [e-mail], or on [phone]

[@user-pu5ys9he1z]

How do you join this group ,

[@encephalitisinternational]

Hi, please get in touch with us on our website and we can help. www.encephalitis.info/online-support-meetings