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Relationship

A MyEpilepsyTeam Member asked a question 💭
Lubbock, TX

I am trying to get a girlfriend but I'm afired does anyone have a relationship with epilepsy

October 12
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A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

I was always upfront and honest in relationships-my most serious one cheated on me after 16yrs…crushed me..and hard as it is to believe they stated some of the reasons they cheated/breakup was due to seizures-I’m just being upfront and honest here not trying to sway u not to try have a relationship but as all epileptics understand no one truly understands the life we have to live…unless they r epileptic themselves❤️❤️❤️

October 12
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

It's understandable to feel nervous about dating when you have epilepsy. Many people on MyEpilepsyTeam have been in similar situations. Being upfront, educating partners about epilepsy, and good communication can help make relationships work. When telling someone new about your epilepsy, be straightforward and help them Show Full Answer

It's understandable to feel nervous about dating when you have epilepsy. Many people on MyEpilepsyTeam have been in similar situations. Being upfront, educating partners about epilepsy, and good communication can help make relationships work. When telling someone new about your epilepsy, be straightforward and help them understand what it's like to live with this condition. Over time, continue having open conversations about how epilepsy affects you.

October 12
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

I agree with maria3 be open and upfront and let her know, my opinion here, If she likes you and vice versa, she should like you for who you are, not a medical condition or anything else, my opinion here,

October 12
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

Ask what,

October 12
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

I agree with your post here and the epilepsy team post and others, but I would suggest you do so at your call, I do so with my social life and with others, but that is me, do as soon as you can and feel comfortable doing it, but I think the sooner the better than later, in my opinion here but hang in there and try and stay pos

October 12

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