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Brain tumour and new wheelchair user
lorrainecarp
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Hi all
My name is Lorraine I'm 45 and I'm from somerset. I had a large brain tumour removed in 2016 which left me which left sided hemiplegia and speech dysphasia
I have to now use an electric wheelchair to mobilise
Although I'm a learning disability nurse and I'm used to using wheelchairs its another thing using one all the time
My name is Lorraine I'm 45 and I'm from somerset. I had a large brain tumour removed in 2016 which left me which left sided hemiplegia and speech dysphasia
I have to now use an electric wheelchair to mobilise
Although I'm a learning disability nurse and I'm used to using wheelchairs its another thing using one all the time
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Hi @lorrainecarp, and a warm welcome to the community! Great to have you here.
Thanks for sharing this with us- I'm sure many other members will be able to relate. I started using a powerchair part-time in May and I'm definitely still adapting! Do get involved with the community, and if we can be of assistance, just let us know. -
Welcome to the community @lorrainecarp how are you getting on?
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