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Original feedback for

Ipswich Hospital (Part of the East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust)


Quick, Clear, Evidenced

I had a problem with my right hand side, mainly in my arm and hand on Monday morning. I assumed sleeping on arm was the cause. GP chat, did not take offer of rapid assessment until Wednesday. On the Wednesday 10am I had full range of test, scans etc by 1pm. Had consultant appointment at 3pm, confirmation that a stroke had taken place. Received immediate medicine/advise on lifestyle changes to reduce risk. Unfortunately a third incident took place in June 2015 and the 'cause' is to be resolved. Appointment at the end of October yet to happen.