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High BP, Had A Stroke, Had Ankle Twist, Has Excessive Hunger. On Insulin. Suggest?
My father had a stroke due to high B.P. It was 220/150 at that time.after stroke he was unable to stand(left ankel twist) and left poster was week now he is 90% recover in 5 days.but most of time he abuse and say god is my friend.he is high blood suger patient too on insulin 30/70 dose 20-16 bd and now he feels hungry every time even after 5 min. of having meal.
Fri, 12 Apr 2013
Hi friend,
Welcome to Health Care Magic
Where was the stroke lesion?
Typically, Frontal lobe involvement can cause this type of behaviour.
Hypothalamic lesions can affect hunger.../ low sugar levels from insulin could be contributing...
Reactive depression may be responsible in some...
There are several issues involved - knowledge of lab, MRI, examination will all be necessary for proper assessment and assistance...
Take care
Wishing speedy recovery
God bless
Good luck
Welcome to Health Care Magic
Where was the stroke lesion?
Typically, Frontal lobe involvement can cause this type of behaviour.
Hypothalamic lesions can affect hunger.../ low sugar levels from insulin could be contributing...
Reactive depression may be responsible in some...
There are several issues involved - knowledge of lab, MRI, examination will all be necessary for proper assessment and assistance...
Take care
Wishing speedy recovery
God bless
Good luck
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