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Long-term issues for recovering patients

Many patients make a full recovery and return to their normal life. Some patients may remain on medication and/or require further treatment in the future.

Patients with ongoing physical problems may find it helpful to contact a specific support group. Some useful organisations are listed later on this page. You may wish to ask hospital staff or your GP for information about other organisations which can offer help.

Sometimes patients have recurring dreams due to their time in an ICU. They may even suffer persistent anxiety or depression. Such conditions are understandable. Sufferers should seek help from their consultant or GP about this.

You have also been through a traumatic time and may feel a mixture of emotions such as anger and resentment. This may even be directed at your loved one. Do try to talk to someone about this if you are feeling distressed.

The experience of suffering a life-threatening condition and spending time in an ICU can affect both the patient and those close to them. It is normal for everyone to take time to adjust to what has happened.

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Emergency admission
ICU and what to expect
Visiting an ICU
ICU equipment
staff in ICU
Operations
Drugs in ICU
Practicalities when visiting
Waiting for loved ones recovery
If a patient dies
Transfer of recovering patients
Long-term issues
Sources of help

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