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How Many Of You All Had To Give Up Driving?

A MyEpilepsyTeam Member asked a question 💭
Oxnard, CA
May 14
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A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

Only thing I can't do is drive from my epilepsy. Other than that even after 50+ years of all kinds of seizures I'm happy + healthy. Able to walk, talk + think unlike if had far worse health problem.

May 15
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

Me I tried taking driving lessons and I am not able to drive, my seizure disorder effects my driving, so for Jobs or going to the grocery store while living in my own apartment, I walk, or take the bus, I can work, but I am not able to drive, even though I haven't had a seizure in several years, it still effects me driving because I am not focused enough.

May 18
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

I spent almost 15 years not being able to drive. Finally, I had my brain surgery. I had to fight to get the license back. I have now been driving for about seven
years.

May 15
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A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

I gave up my license on my own almost 23 years ago because I was terrified I would have one behind the wheel with my kids in the car.

May 15
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

I haven't been able to drive since January due to seizures. We are adjusting my meds so I should be able to drive again in a couple months.

May 15

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