I've had seizures since I was in third grade. I've been on three diffrent medicines and with 2 or 3 diffrent doctors. The thing is, back then they weren't bad at all, i just had a lot of them. Now I have two kinds and they have got to the point were if I drive or swim without life jacket, or climb trees, it could cost me my life. I was thinking about starting a seizure awareness thing at school. Do you think I should? A lot of people wouldn't know what to do in that situation. Also, could my period be added on to the list of causes for me? please help!
2007-10-17 10:24:10 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Other - Health
Starting an awareness campaign is an excellent idea. You might also consider getting an emblem that indicates you have seizures, such as a MedicAlert bracelet or necklace. Check out http://www.medicalert.org for details on that. You put your conditions and allergies, as well as some contact info - I have my parents, and two doctors. I don't have seizures, but I do have a condition where I see a neurosurgeon. I have him down as one of my medical contacts, the other is my regular physician.
2007-10-17 10:34:10 · answer #1 · answered by Richard H 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A seizure awareness club might be a good thing.
My seizures were always increased around the time of my period. So yes, they can be affected.
Keep working with your docs. Keep a seizure journal.
Keep track of things you eat, daily activities, where you are in your cycle and when you have seizures....you might be able to see some triggers.
Look into a seizure response dog. My friend has one and it has really made a difference in her confidence. Sometimes these dogs can even learn to pick up on subtle indicators that you are about to have a seizure and warn you...but this is kind of rare and can't be trained.
good luck!
2007-10-17 10:37:26 · answer #2 · answered by Danielle H 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't know anything about seizures. But it seems like you need to find a good doctor and get all your questions answered. Don't be afraid to get second, third, or even fourth opinions if you can afford it. Also, I have found www.webmd.com to be a great resource for information.
2007-10-17 10:29:03 · answer #3 · answered by bitsonews 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i think the seizure awarness and emblem thing is a goog idea
2007-10-17 13:19:49 · answer #4 · answered by piggylaphate 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋