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Can Alcohol Make Seizures Worse?
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member asked a question ๐Ÿ’ญ

I don't drink. Just havent ever been much of a drinker. Last night I had two mixed drinks. My son got married yesterday :) anyhow. I've had tons of mini seizures some were kinda violent but only lasting at most a minute or two. Was it the alcohol or just the stress of a busy long day?

posted November 16, 2019
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A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

My neurologist told me not to drink alcohol because it can lower your threshold for seizures. But i do know some people that drink and have no problems.

posted November 16, 2019
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

Absolutely. Especially if you're on seizure medication and MOST especially if you're not a regular drinker. I've been advised from MDs and Neuros and have personal experience as regular and irregular partaking. Congrats to your son! Hope you are well๐Ÿ’œ Have a good weekend.

posted November 16, 2019
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

Thank you he and his new wife are a very handsome couple. And we are expecting my first grandbaby in January :)

posted November 16, 2019
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

Depends on your system and what meds you take. Everyone is different. For me, alcohol is a trigger for seizures and it is not advised to have with my meds.

posted November 16, 2019
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

its up to you. i can only drink fruity wine (the less alcohol the better) and i can drink about 2-3 glasses worth a week.

posted November 16, 2019

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