Stroke
I Did Not Survive a Stroke to be Miserable
Being a stroke survivor, I have learnt to adapt and improvise with what is left of me, says Nishit Lama resident of Darjeeling, who has turned to running, starting with a few shaky steps to joining the 15 km Freedom Run, to overcome his debility,…
"I Feel Defeated all the Time After My Stroke"
Atul Tandon, a successful lawyer, had a severe stroke that led to his cognitive impairment, memory loss and shattered happiness. Here, he struggles to answer questions and says his confidence will take time to get back. His wife Rashmi helps him…
"I Will Not Let Stroke Disable Me"
Two years back, Andrew Hyde suffered a massive stroke and was completely paralysed on one side. But, with phenomenal will power and determination, he got back on his feet and returned to a demanding job. Read his inspirational and life-altering…
A Stroke Survivor’s Mantra to Live A Better Life
Sharad Kumar Tekalkote, who lost his ability to speak after a severe stroke, had to undergo intense rehabilitation and speech therapy exercises, to resume normalcy. Today, he is a motivational speaker. Here, he shares ten tips on how to live a full…
Stroke Takes Emotional And Financial Toll On Family!
Ranjana Rajan had a difficult time when her mother Vaidehi suddenly got a stroke and returned home with her left limbs paralysed. Here, she narrates her experiences and challenges as a caregiver of a stroke patient and suggests some measures to…
The Biggest Fear I had to Battle was my Loss of Speech
Sharad Tekalkote, 44, had no idea what was happening to him when he got a severe haemorrhagic stroke. It left him paralysed on his right side and completely took away his ability to speak. Here, he recounts his traumatic story and perseverance to…
How Our Entire Family Rallies Around My Mother, My Dad's Primary Caregiver
Payal talks about how she has seen her father deteriorate physically and mentally over the years due to stroke. She and her mother play an active role in his daily care which has become tougher over time. Payal, tell us about your father’s condition…
Patience And Innovation Are The Most Important Attributes Of A Caregiver For Persons With Dementia
Mausumi Ghosh from Mumbai talks about the travails of taking care of her mother, 77 who suffers from dementia in addition to other conditions like osteosporosis. My mother is an osteoporosis patient from 2003 when she underwent hip replacement…
