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MKLady

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Re: ANs and Fatigue Pre-Treatment
« Reply #15 on: September 03, 2008, 08:56:43 pm »
I experienced extreme fatigue before I was diagnosed.  I assumed it was stress or hormone related.  It even became obvious to my mother and co-worker because they would frequently ask if I was OK and comment that I looked really tired.  Once diagnosed with the AN I wondered if it might be the cause.

I am now 4 1/2 month post-op. (translab) There was significant fatigue in my first weeks back at work but I now feel much better.  I still have a few days when I "hit a wall" about 4:00 pm and just can't do anymore without resting, but most days are pretty good.

Good luck with your GK. 
Translab 4/10/2008; 1.3 cm; total facial paralysis left side.

Nancy Drew

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Re: ANs and Fatigue Pre-Treatment
« Reply #16 on: September 04, 2008, 11:00:54 am »
Now that I finally have the treatment decision under my belt, I am feeling much better and have more energy.  I think the stress was really getting me down.  But, I have no doubts that these ANs can cause fatigue.  I would expect this to be especially true for those who have had surgery.  Nancy
12/05 AN diagnosed left ear 4.5mm
06/08 6mm
Gamma Knife 10/21/08
1 year MRI  6.8mm x 5.5mm
2 year MRI  5.9mm x 4.9mm
3 year MRI  6.5mm x 6.0mm 
Slight Hearing Loss Post GK

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