Hi @Annabelle -
It is so very good to have you here with us!!
I have had endovascular procedures to treat my ruptured aneurysm, so I cannot speak to a crainotomy. I did have some co-morbidities, so I ended up with a couple of more traditional brain surgeries (shaved head, staples, etc.)
From my experience, I have become absolutely fascinated by our brains and all that they do for us! You likely have heard of him, but just in case, you may want to check out Norman Doige’s books, although in full disclosure I have only read The Brain that Changes Itself - the other is on the to-do list.
I found it amazing to read these case histories of how amazing neuroplasticity is, and how much people can heal! I found it to be powerful and uplifting, so investigate and see if it might interest you.
Being a surgical nurse tells me you have a strong and resilient soul. I know you got this!!
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