Re: brain surgery ... change habits??

On Tue, 30 May 2006 05:42:59 +0000 (UTC),
redwinger354@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx (redwinger354) wrote:

my gf just recently had an accident. she fell out of a golf cart and
hit her head. they had to drill a hole and drain the fluids from her
brain to releive the pressure. its been 3 weeks and shes doing
awesome. shes out of the hospital and nearing a full recovery.

the question: being in college we used to drink and smoke alot, but
now after this accident things are different. the doctors told her
that she may not be able to drink or smoke for 2 years, but she wants
to get back into the swing of things asap.

any thoughts from anyone? should she quit all together. are the docs
being extra cautious?

thanks for your help


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The "target organ" for alcohol and most recreational drugs is the
brain. Your GF's brain has suffered an insult and, fortunately, is
recovering. Do not subject it to further insults while it is still
recovering.

I agree with the doctors who are treating her.


Best,

Bob

Robert A. Fink, M. D.
Neurological Surgery
2500 Milvia Street Suite 222
Berkeley, CA 94704-2636 USA
510-849-2555

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