Cannabis
Last night a documentary on TV in the UK said cannabis could be beneficial to sufferers of epilepsy. Although not legally proven in the UK to be beneficial other parts of the world are using it. What do other sufferers think?
@A MyEpilepsyTeam Member what is the diet? i am on the loosely keto diet and i used cannabis and other vitamins.
How Do Feel About The Blue Badge Parking Permit Wheelchair Design?
What do you think about the wheelchair design that's used as a disabled sign?
I have a blue badge parking permit and people assume that if you park there it means you use a wheelchair. I've had a few arguments with people who are extremely dim thinking you're only disabled if you can't walk.
I just frustrating when people think I am taking advantage of the system. I act normal most of the time unless I get stressed then they can see my disability I tend to get very vocal 😁. I guess… read more
Does Epilepsy And Mental Disorders Such As Bipolar, Scizophania, Depression, Anxiety, Etc. Have A Connection?
I have 3 different types of seizures, schizoaffective disorder depressive type, depression, social anxiety, and more. I was wondering if there was anyone else out there in a similar situation as me or am I just a unique falling apart person.
Oh boy! The more I read and learn I how incredibly important it is to be proactive and remember people make mistakes. Those in the medical field are people. It's impressive that you share this and ask… read more
Blackouts
I noticed lately lots of people on the forum are having lots of blackouts as well as seizures. Is there a common link here or medication?
Most meds are made for petit mal if you read the box is says blackout or petit mal an grand mal
Natural Supplements To Add To Your Meds
I wanted to know if anyone has ever asked their Dr about using natural substances to assist with reducing stress w would decrease seizures. I'm considering it. I know bacopa tryptophan and passion flower are just some.
I have and did not. Though Doctors gave me the wrong dosage because my BMI was so low. Eventually my Doctors understood, and did not overdose me. Had to be taken out of 6th grade because I could not… read more
Neuro-psychologist Visit
hello everyone, As most of you have experienced, with epilepsy comes a horrendous memory at times. I finally remembered to ask my neurologist if he knew of any methods to help me out because I just cant take it anymore. he is sending my on August second to a neuro-psychologist. I was wondering if anyone had ever gone to one and if it actually did help.
Neuropsychology is intense!
For Those Who Still Live With Their Parents, How Do They Treat You?
Basically, I feel like my parents treat me like I’m incredibly fragile. Obviously, I appreciate how much they care, but then, when I’m treated like I’m seconds away from a gran mal even after having a perfect day, or 1 small problem in the morning, it feels like way too much to deal with without getting really mad at them.
What gets especially frustrating lately is, my mom is pushy about doing these arm-crossing things because she heard somewhere that it helps. I have no idea why, but it just feels so weird and awkward… read more
Does You Think That Pets Can Sense Seizures? Does Anyone Have A Dog For This? Or Even Just Pets Such As Guinea Pigs Or Even Rats?
My Rabbit and Guinea Pigs Help Me
My Daughter Has Been Taking Cannatol Rx Spray To Stop Seizure From Happening. She Has Been 7 Months Seizure Free.
My daughter takes somethinh like cannatol (1:1) homemade AND she Is free for about 1 year.
Getting Older And Epilepsy
I have memory issue s from the seizures but also with the fact I am getting odler. I also have problems sleeping and mood changes etc. How an you know which is which/ or is that important? I thought it might be Thanks
It's dif per person, but considering what it's causes it, I think it's a slight concern I I, but I am ok with what my mem does for what it has gone through, taking everything that is say the cause of… read more