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Can an Epidural Trigger an Epileptic Seizure in a Person With Epilepsy?

by Faces of Epilepsy

A friend of mine who has epilepsy had just had an epidural done, whatever they are, at a hospital and soon after had a seizure. Could the treatment have led to it? Tags: epileptic seizure, Treatment, Brain tumor, Conditions and Diseases, person, epidural trigger, neurological disorders

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Epilepsy Drug With Fewest Side Effects During Pregnancy?

by Faces of Epilepsy

I was wondering what epilepsy drug seems to have the fewest side effects when used during pregnancy? They all seem to be pretty dangerous and I was trying to find any safe options. Tags: pregnancy, side, Epilepsy

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Do You Know Someone Who Has Undergone Epilepsy Surgery?

by Faces of Epilepsy

I have temporal lobe epilepsy, the doctors want to operate, I need opinions, please help? Tags: temporal lobe epilepsy, Lobe, Epilepsy, someone, doctors

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What Sort of Symptoms Does Epilepsy Have That Separates It From Regular Seizures?

by Faces of Epilepsy

Im doing a school project that asks for me to identify whether or not Othello from the Shakespearean play...well, Othello , has a seizure related to epilepsy Tags: shakespearean play, project, sort, Epilepsy, othello

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Is There a Good Place I Can Go for Epilepsy Treatment in Michigan?

by Faces of Epilepsy

I currently go to the neurology center at U of M, but I want someone that specializes in epilepsy. Tags: Social Issues, Treatment, epilepsy treatment, Epilepsy, neurology center, center

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What Are Symptoms of Nocturnal Epilepsy?

by Faces of Epilepsy

Just curious if anyone knows the general brief difference between regular epilepsy and nocturnal? Even my neurologist doesn't seem to have to much info. I had my first seizure at 25 and had one at about 10am then 4 more over the next 4 months, but all while asleep. At what point can I believe [...]

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What Can You Tell Me About Epilepsy?

by Faces of Epilepsy

A childhood friend of mine and I have been running into each other a lot lately. I've found out recently she has epilepsy. Can you tell me what life with epilepsy is like? She's also expecting her first child. I'm so excited for her as I know it took her and her husband a while [...]

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Do You Have Good Advice About Epilepsy Depression?

by Faces of Epilepsy

My childhood friend has epilepsy. She and I have just gotten reaquainted after 15 years. She has told me a little about it. I have read that some drugs for epilepsy can cause depression and some epileptics commit suicide. She takes offense easily. She is skin and bone. She says her meds take her appetite [...]

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Can You Get Medical Marijuana for Having Epilepsy?

by Faces of Epilepsy

On the form im filling out it says: "Seizures (Including but not limited to those characteristic of Epilepsy.)" What does that mean? Im also getting because i have chronic pain, but im wondering about Epilepsy. Tags: having epilepsy, Epilepsy, Seizures, Form, medical marijuana

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People Dealing With Epilepsy, Where Were You Able to Find Employment When You Couldn’t Drive?

by Faces of Epilepsy

I have been suffering with epilepsy for approximately 6 years. I am close to graduating college and have not given a lot of thought in to where I could get a job until now. I was wondering if anyone could give me some suggestions on where to find employment. I live in Arizona and a [...]

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How Would Epilepsy Affect Someones Life?

by Faces of Epilepsy

I mean what are things they would have to change in their lives also would they be able to live normal lives like go to school and work stuff like that? Also would they have to carry their pills around with them to be safe? Tags: Pills, Epilepsy, work, life

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What Is the Difference Between a Normal Person’s EEG Report and Those With Epilepsy?

by Faces of Epilepsy

Okay so the doctor says I have epilepsy, he is very sure of that although I had only 1 or 2 incidence of seizures and I am about 50 this year. He gave me this EEG report which I completely don't understand. Any websites which can help me understand this EEG report better and all [...]

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What Is the Canadian Forces Policy on Epilepsy?

by Faces of Epilepsy

My sister is very interested in joining but she's had a history of seizures and hasn't been diagnosed with anything. I'm just wondering if anyone knows if you have to be seizure free for a certain amount of time, or if joining is even an option. Serious answers only. Any help would be appreciated. Tags: [...]

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Organizing a Walk to Raise Awarness and $ for Epilepsy- Walk Across the United States From San Fran to Dc?

by Faces of Epilepsy

My friend and I want to walk across the US to raise $ and awarness to find a cure for epilepsy.How do I go about organizing and finding sponsers for an event like this? We would also nedd a SAG wagon or a support vehicle- any ideas thoughts or suggestions would help us tremendously! 45 [...]

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Should I Play Football if I Was Diagnosed With Epilepsy?

by Faces of Epilepsy

Im 13 years old and going into the 8th grade. I was diagnosed with Epilepsy but I havent had a siezure in 4 years. I want to play Middle Linebacker on my school's football team. Should I play football? Tags: school, Linebacker, siezure, Middle Linebacker, Epilepsy, havent

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Does Anyone Have a Child With Epilepsy Who Takes Keppra?

by Faces of Epilepsy

My daughter has epilepsy and she takes 250mg Keppra twice a day. She started getting violent towards her brother, and they told me to give her 50mg of B-6 with her pill. What kind of side effects have you experienced with children on Keppra? Tags: brother, Keppra, Epilepsy, child

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