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Spinal Issues?

A MyEpilepsyTeam Member asked a question ๐Ÿ’ญ
Sydney, AU

Does anyone have spinal issues that may be the cause of there seizures?
Especially the lumbar spine area?

January 13
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A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

Nada, The short answer is yes.
Regarding my spine, I've fractured C5, C6, C7, T6, & L1-4.
C5 & (left) C6 fractured simply by popping/stretching my neck, & (right) C6, C7, & T6 lifting weights.
Over the 55 yrs of using Dilantin (Phenytoin) which inhibits calcium absorption, thus causing severe osteoporosis. It wasn't long after I dropped the phenytoin that my bone density returned to normal.
Check w/ your pharmacist to see if your current meds could have similar side effects.
If your GP and /or Neurologist have no clue, definitely, get an opinion from an Orthopedic!!
I'm spoiled as my brother is a really good spinal surgeon, in a group that has some of the best Ortho MD's. I also know an excessive amount of MD's of all sorts due to my work, my brothers & other.

January 15
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

Hi Nada, For me No because my Spinal issues are cause by too many FALLS in the Winter Time for the last 10 years, I now have Scoliosis! That makes the back pain worst. Mother Nature hates me a lot in the Winter Months.... Nada, hope you get an answer soon. Take Care of yourself ! ๐Ÿ˜‰

January 14
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

Yes I have Nada ๐Ÿ˜ž thatโ€™s how my seizures started cause I had non cancerous tumors surgery 3 times. Benign cancer.

January 14
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A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

Itโ€™s too long to write this Nada but read my story. This is why I have nerve pain.

January 15
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

Yes Nada Iโ€™ve had 3 spinal surgeries. Non cancerous tumors. Read my story. Been struggle but remind myself life could be worse.

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