If You Have The Choice To Hide Your Epilepsy... But Don't... Could You Please Comment?
I'd love to pick your brains on why you decided to do so and how your openness has been received. I'm committed to helping people with epilepsy who now hide it to "come out of the closet." Knowing your experiences could give me the education I need to succeed. Thanks!
It's definitely tough sometimes, but I try to be empowered by my condition. I know not everyone has to deal with chronic illness or disability, but for those of us who do, take pride in the strength… read more
Women - Do Hormone Changes Throughout The Month Affect Your Seizure Threshold?
If so, which part of the month? Have you had any form of treatment to control hormones? Birth control?
The Nexplanon is an Implant that goes up under your skin somewhere in part of your arm. I still haven't started with it just yet. My insurance would not cover it, that's the only problem.
What Is The Silliest Thing You’ve Ever Done That Made You Or Anybody Else Laugh?
The other counselor warned me that the girls at the group home for wards of the court where we worked were really mad and my shift would be as disastrous as hers. So! I bought a long skinny cigar at a fancy smoke shop and lit it up at the breakfast table. Laughter erupted! They did funny skits and we all cracked up when my cigar smoking made me so ill I applauded their acting while lying down on the couch. First and last time I smoked anything.
Fell at work. I was embarrassed but we laughed
What Kinds Of Music Help You Stay Healthy?
The Dave Brubeck Quartet! No words. Just jazz wow!
All kinds but mostly rock.
What Precautions Do You Take In A Heat Wave With High Humidity?
I drink plenty of water. Any grocery shopping or cooking is done in the coolest part of the day. Dog walks are less than 5 minutes. Do I exercise? No!
I live in Sacramento
Can Standing Up To Quickly Cause Lightheadedness? Could This Be From Medications Or Another Possible Medical Issue?
Look up POTS
Do You Think That They Should Do Away With Daylight Savings Time, And If So How Would It Effect You If They Did?
Just curious
Daylight savings time has a plus for parents of children. .Season of FALL for example , is a good thing to bring time back one hour . It gives the illusion that bedtime is coming close , to get the… read more
Others Health Issues
I know I am a cranky old cow, but do you hate listening to others complain endlessly about an ingrown toenail, a pulled hammy, a cold, etc? I think you are so lucky that is all you are dealing with.
@A MyEpilepsyTeam Member Love It!!
Do You Have A Good Sense Of Humor?
I have one but not like before, so what are your thoughts and such etc about the question here
I have to have one. How else do you get through the day?
Does Anyone Do Lip Smacking While Having Seizure?
Yes I’m told by my wife that I do this. I am not aware of it though. It’s how my can confirm I’ve had a seizure which I already confirmed. Strange I think.