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Never what I have thought until I had this happen last month how much Energy it takes out of you when having to shower when you have a

A MyEpilepsyTeam Member asked a question 💭
Hayes, VA

brone in your foot I’m fighting each time. I have to take a shower even using a handicap chair. It takes all the energy that I have in me right out of me. I don’t know if it has to do with the epilepsy condition along with the hydrocephalus condition or if it’s due to the break I had happened last month or a combination of both.

September 17, 2025
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A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

I give you a hug! Hydrocephalus can be a hazzle sometimes but controlled. Sz can be controlled but I fine harder to control! I am glad there is better medications out. I have a stool in shower to keep my balance! I wish you the best!

September 17, 2025
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Question: How does epilepsy affect energy levels when performing daily activities like showering, especially while managing an injury?

Fatigue and exhaustion are common experiences for people with epilepsy, particularly when recovering from seizures or managing daily activities. Using safety equipment like a shower chair is Show Full Answer

Question: How does epilepsy affect energy levels when performing daily activities like showering, especially while managing an injury?

Fatigue and exhaustion are common experiences for people with epilepsy, particularly when recovering from seizures or managing daily activities. Using safety equipment like a shower chair is an excellent precaution to prevent falls and injury during bathing.

Here are some safety tips for showering with epilepsy:
• Use a shower chair or bench
• Install grab bars for support
• Keep water temperature moderate
• Consider bathing when someone else is home
• Take breaks as needed during the activity It's important to be patient with yourself while recovering from both seizures and injuries. The combination can be especially draining. Consider spreading out activities throughout the day and resting between tasks to conserve energy. If fatigue continues to be severe, discussing this with your healthcare provider can help determine if adjustments to your treatment plan might be helpful.

September 17, 2025
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

Dont give up. I had to use a walker for two months after my wreck. I had shattered it and they had to find pieces to rebuild it again. It was very difficult at first, but its been over 6 months now, and although I still use a cane, I promise you...it'll get better!

September 17, 2025
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

Rhondaschnee, This whole entire thing has been a big challenge since I broke the bone last month. Tonight’s probably the worst with my ankle since I had the surgery done last month. I can’t put any weight on it whatsoever right now as restricted me to even do that so that tells me I’m gonna have to rely on my crutches only and that’s gonna restrict me from doing anything else like carrying things or fixing things like beverages and what not I wish there was an easier way when you’re non-weight-bearing but I don’t see any other easier way as of right now other than to keep staying on crutches

September 17, 2025
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

I had baths and washed my hair over the edge of the tub. I couldn’t put any weight on my foot so I found it easier that way. It’s not fully healed yet so when it’s really hurting I go back to the tub

September 17, 2025

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