After having a stroke is there a good chance of survival?

[Anonymous]

My fathers dad, my grandpa had a stroke. He's really bad off and the blood isn't quite getting to his brain very well. Does he have a chance to pull through? Also, my dad is really upset, he buries as much of his feelings as possible but I can see how worried he is. He's saying things like "I don't think he's pulling through this one.." trying to distance himself from this. Is there anything I can say?, I'm trying to be supportive and keep hope alive it kills me, breaks my heart to see my daddy so hurt.): I love my grandpa, keep him in your prayers please.

[madmisskelly]

There is always a chance but it depends on your grandfathers health and how he is now.

If he isn't talking much anymore or you notice a huge personality change then you need to know that that is how he is going to be from now on and he will slowly go downhill. I work with the elderly, some of whom are in my care because they had strokes and they end up not talking very much or they have some kind of dementia related to it. Often they have mini strokes after and that's how they go. For some its fast and others its really slow.

However, if he is talking and alert then he has a better chance.

[Asker]

I sincerely hope he suffers no type of dementia.

[madmisskelly]

Me too, but coming form someone who does that kind of care- if he does he will be in great hands.

Also, in the event that he isn't doing well and he's out of the hospital, you may have to deal with Hospice, who are some of the most amazing people you will ever meet. They love their job and have so much care and compassion.

I hope your grandfather pulls through, but realize that he will be loved and cared for even if he gets worse.

[Asker]

Thank you. And absolutely, it will be a relief that he's in good hands regardless.

[rachiee]

There's always a chance of survival especially if they're showing signs of recovery. It does, however, sound like there's going to be damage to how well he functions (walks, talks, etc). Just put it in God's hands and know that whatever happens is for the best. Be there for your dad and show him support and that you care and love him.

[THE_Godfather]

Here is a link about baseball announcer Harry Caray & how he came back from his stroke.

be sure to read down to where Harry came back strong.

I think he was in his 70's.

link

[dudeman]

he will most likely live but his functionality after is questionable

[Asker]

He was moving his hands a little but, he isn't now. He just looks so bad, I hope he makes it.

[Darkfairie17]

There is a good chance of survival after a stroke, it all depends on how fast a person is treated, their overall health and the stroke itself. Obviously worse strokes can be tough, but not impossible to survive. I know many people who have had strokes who have survived. Survival rates are going up too as treatments improve.

My grandma had a stroke several years ago, and she is still with us. My uncle also had a stroke 10 years ago, and it was really bad and he survived as well.

A lot of times though, functionality is damaged. The person may not walk as easily or be able to talk properly. But this can be improved with therapies.

It's always hard when a loved one goes through these things. The only thing you can do is visit and spend as much time as you can with your grandpa and hope for the best.

[confuuuuuuuuused]

My friend had several minor strokes starting when she was really young and no doctor thought to look into it. Until she finally had a major one. Anyway, a few years ago she had a major stroke. She had to relearn how to talk, walk, tie her shoes, etc. Her memory is a little on the bad side but not as bad as she thinks. There is always a chance to survive. This is a true story and I hope it gives you hope.

[Asker]

Thank you<3