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What Are Your Top Tips For Dealing With Epilepsy In The Heat?

By A MyEpilepsyTeam Member 130 answers

What's On Your Holiday Wish List That Could Improve Your Life With Epilepsy?

By A MyEpilepsyTeam Member 158 answers

What Aspects Of Epilepsy Are You Grateful For And Worried About Lately?

By A MyEpilepsyTeam Member 218 answers

What’s Your Trick For Enjoying Holiday Treats And Staying On Track? 🎃

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Are You Ok With The Meds You Take, Or Dose That Go With The Meds You Are Currently On?

A MyEpilepsyTeam Member asked a question 💭
Englewood, CO
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

I take phenobarbital and Lamictal and have not had any problems with either. I can take them both at night so that helps. My side effects are I get a bit sleepy when doses are increased. Luckily no… read more

January 28

Is There Anything That Makes You Feel Anxious?

A MyEpilepsyTeam Member asked a question 💭
Andrews, TX

Ever time I hear Sirens outside, I become anxious and start crying. I despise going to the ER. 🥺

A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

@A MyEpilepsyTeam Member
Andrews is over on the other side of the state. I’m near Midland and Odessa TX. We are about 5 1/2 to 6 hours away from each other
You’re close to Austin. It’s a good… read more

January 20 (edited)

What Is PNES Treatment Plan?

A MyEpilepsyTeam Member asked a question 💭
Camden, AR

How does it differ from epilepsy treatment plan?

A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

I've been also diagnosed with psychogenic non epileptic seizures. PNES is more with the mental aspects of having epilepsy. Such as different therapys, CBT therapy, goga, meditation. PNES is… read more

February 8
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What Happens When You Black Out But Don't Remember

A MyEpilepsyTeam Member asked a question 💭
Many, LA
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

The fainting spells I've been having, that I'm wondering if they aren't seizures, I completely forgot everything that happened that day. It's like amnesia for the day.

February 26

How Often Have You Changed Doctors During Your Epilepsy Journey?

A MyEpilepsyTeam Member asked a question 💭
Minneapolis, MN

My current doctor has been working 2 months trying to figure out what type of epilepsy I have. When the consultant he was working with said I don't have the type he thought I did, we are back to square one. Made me a little nervous when the doctor told me it took a month for the consultant to get back to him because his messages kept going to his spam email. After a month of not hearing back wouldn't you pick up the phone and call? I can't say why, but almost makes me feel like he is lying… read more

A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

I had to change twice. The first I changed was because my first neurologist only treated minors, so I wasn't able to see her anymore after becoming an adult. I found a neurologist in my town, but the… read more

January 15

Does Anyone Else Like A Seizure Trigger That They Have?

A MyEpilepsyTeam Member asked a question 💭
St. John's, NL

I enjoy anime like "Inuyasha", even though it triggers Simple-Partial Seizures. I know that I'm supposed to avoid seizure triggers and I usually do - the only seizure trigger that I can't avoid is showering. I rarely watch anime because it triggers Simple-Partial Seizures (there's no repetitive flashing in the anime that I like); however, I still enjoy watching it (I read Manga too). Does anyone else deal with the issue of seizures happening whenever they do something they enjoy?

A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

To much excitement . Like big holidays, parties, concerts and other big events trigger my seizures.

January 12
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Is Everyone Aware Of YouTube Doctor Omar Danoun? He Is A Neurosurgeon And Very Knowledgeable, I Love The Way He Explains In Finer Detail

A MyEpilepsyTeam Member asked a question 💭
Western Australia
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

If you have time I recommend check Dr Omar Danoun out he’s very knowledgeable

January 4

Is It Normal That I Think My Seizures Are Hormonal And Stress Related.

A MyEpilepsyTeam Member asked a question 💭
Bethel Springs, TN
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

Stress is what triggers seizures... "period"
Remember... stress is a positive and negative thing
I've had a seizure triggered from laughing uncontrollably.🫣
We don't need to be afraid of it though.… read more

January 31

I Hope Everyone Had A Good Christmas And Had No Seizures Or If You Did I Hope You Recovered Well

A MyEpilepsyTeam Member asked a question 💭
Victorville, CA
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

Good

December 26, 2023

Does Tooth Extraction Trigger Seizures?

A MyEpilepsyTeam Member asked a question 💭
Palm Springs, CA

I have an infected tooth that is getting pulled out next Thursday. The pain has me in constant auras now. Has anyone had any complications during a tooth extraction that I should be prepared for?
Thanks, Cat💜

A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

Thanks Alanzo!

January 23
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