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What Medications Is Everyone Using To Control Their Body Temperature? Need Something To Cool Down, Can't Even Go Outside Without Seizures?
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A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

I have a small cooler with frozen water bottles that I change daily, add wash cloths and a touch of water. Too much water or towels cause the cooler to get stinky. I’m on the go similar. A frozen wash… read more

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Hi guys,
I'm not on any medication at the moment for my tonic clonic and grand mal seizures.
I'm wanting to speak to my Dr about maybe starting Topomax.
Has anyone been on it? Any side effects? Does it help stop seizures?
Did you take topomax in conjunction with other seizure meds or on it's own?
Thanks heaps.

A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

I Was on Topomax and it had some side effects that were tolerable … Stay strong in time you might be thankful 🙏 🙏

What Is PNES Treatment Plan?
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How does it differ from epilepsy treatment plan?

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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

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Does Anyone Know What, If Any, Fillers Are Used In Generic Medicines?
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Since I've moved to Australia I've been taking generic keppra and lamictal. I took the same medicine in the USA, but I'm feeling some intense side effects from the generic medicine here. My friend that's a pharmacist said it could be from fillers that are used in the medicine. I'd pay for the name brand but it's very expensive. And then the stress from the financial strain can cause a seizure. Anyway, could there be something in the medicine that I'm not aware of?

A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

All of my meds are in generic my insurance will not paid for brand name

I Have Read About People Losing Loved Ones To Epilepsy Is It Epilepsy That Takes Them, Is It What Happens To Them During The Seizure.
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My wife is living with epilepsy and I am so scared to death of losing her. I would like to know if there is anything we could do, or is it something that's inevitable?

A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

I would say when for some reason the seizures can not be controlled, no matter what they do

Sensitive
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I have found lately that after a seizure I am so much more sensitive to criticism and to well basically anything emotionally draining.
Am I the only one?
I'm hoping this is normal!

A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

I feel you

Being A Mother With Epilepsy With A Two Year Old.. How Do Parent With Epilepsy And Feel Confident Of Being By Yourself With Your Child.
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How does anyone who is a full time parent get by with epilepsy and the fear of having one by yourself with just your child. I have grand mal and partial seizures. I'm to scared to have another child because I'm scared I shouldn't be a mother because of my epilepsy. I've recently also had brain surgery. So I have had a lot of help since my son was born. It's hard to feel like a mother
Is anyone else in this position or know how it feels? My parents help us but they are now in their 70's. They… read more

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@A MyEpilepsyTeam Member I wasn't worried about my Pregnancy or my Son having the same Condition that I have b/c at the time my Doctor was in the Houston Medical Center which has some of the best… read more

Vns Therapy
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i want to know as much as possiable about it they r talking about doin this on my daughter

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What is your question about it. I might be able to answer it for you. My name is Manny Gomez nice to meet you. I have one in me right now. I just had my 3rd one two years ago. I am supposed to get a… read more

Seizure Diary
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Can anyone suggest a good seizure diary app compatible for iphone? Thanks

A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

What I do is I put notes on my phone. This way I can find my notes and write them down when I see my doctor. My doctor can keep my notes in my file and have a record of what is going on in my head.

Keppra And Frisium During Pregnancy
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Hi Everyone,

I've had JME epilepsy for 20 years. I was always on Epilim which kept me pretty well seizure free. A while back, my fiancé and I decided that we would change meds as recommended by my neurologist so that we can have a baby.

It wasn't as easy as first expected and I had a couple of seizures, trying to transfer over to Keppra. My neuro added Frisium which seems to have worked and I'm now over a year seizure free.

I am also now 19 weeks pregnant. Reaching the half way mark, I am… read more

A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

so happy for you on your blessing!!! it gives me hope for me that one day i can have a family too!!! keppra didnt work for my type of seizure i hope that it continues to work for you!! please keep us… read more