Subarachnoid haemorrhage

A guide for patients and carers

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Getting back to normal

You might find some of the following tips helpful:

Pace yourself
Keep a diary
Take regular breaks
Do not push yourself too hard
Drink at least two litres of caffeine-free fluids a day
Establish a daily routine

Am I progressing quickly enough?

There is no set timescale. Each person is different. You can expect to have good days and bad days during your recovery.

Tiredness and fatigue are common after any serious illness, especially if you have had surgery.

Am I doing too much?

You will know if you are doing too much if you become exhausted and need to rest. Try to recognise when your body is letting you know that you need to slow down.

Will I ever be the same again?

It can take many months after an SAH to feel that life is getting back to “normal” and people often ask whether they will ever be the same again. This is a very difficult question to answer as everyone’s recovery is different.

There is not a great deal that you can do to speed up your recovery. The main advice is to take it easy and listen to what your body is telling you.

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