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For Those Who's Epilepsy Presented In Mid Adulthood, Did Epilepsy Rip The Rug Out From Under You?

A MyEpilepsyTeam Member asked a question 💭
Allenspark, CO

Did epilepsy end your ability to drive, work, be creative?

April 27, 2023
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A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

Yes ,it changed my life dramatically, had to stop driving, stop working, rarely go out ,be dependent on people .
Losing some of my independence was the hardest I love driving it was an escape for me now I'm a passenger no fun.
I would like to go out on my own and not worry if I'm gonna have a seizure in public I have taken some steps to give me peice of mind like getting medical bracelets and a wheelchair.

May 1, 2023
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

Thank you for sharing. I know how painful it is having to talk about it. I share the same issues. Knowing I am not alone is comforting. I'm sorry you are in the same boat, it sucks I know. 🙏

May 2, 2023
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

It definitely changed my outlook on my future and changes that may be necessary from working, shopping, driving, memory, to just living each day with an unpredictable condition always in the back of my mind.

April 29, 2023
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

See thats what I mean by I got to make exchanges

April 27, 2023
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

I was 3 when my seizures started. I did try to get my license 3 times, no such blessing, I have never been able to go to concerts or watch movies like Twister or the Perfect Storm, but I have found many other things I can enjoy, like crocheting and reading my Bible

April 27, 2023

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