Hi Sean! I’m glad your troubles have left.
September 10
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I’m just talking about my troubles with the VNS. I still have epilepsy and think about suicide
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I use to have the VNS and at first I had all of those troubles but eventually it all got better
September 7
It sounds like you might be referring to a VNS (Vagus Nerve Stimulator)? If so, that frustration is completely understandable — voice changes and hoarseness are real side effects that can feel like a big trade-off.
Some of the known side effects of VNS include:
- Hoarseness or voice changes
- Trouble swallowing
- Coughing
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It sounds like you might be referring to a VNS (Vagus Nerve Stimulator)? If so, that frustration is completely understandable — voice changes and hoarseness are real side effects that can feel like a big trade-off.
Some of the known side effects of VNS include:
- Hoarseness or voice changes
- Trouble swallowing
- Coughing
- Throat discomfort
These effects can be really disruptive to daily life. It's worth talking to your neurologist about adjusting the device settings, as sometimes lowering the stimulation can help reduce these side effects without compromising seizure control.
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