Every couple of years I have seizures then my Dr wants to try something new or ups the dosage. The meds I'm on now are making me dizzy and off balance

My son have trouble sleeping. Is this normal in epileptics?

I sometimes find it takes a few days for my memory and concentration to get back to normal.

What do you do to remember to take meds when you take more than once a day!

My 5 year old daughter was diagnosed with epilepsy last year. She's been having seizures every 1-2 months since then. But when she has a seizure, it never stops on its own. Every time, she has to go to the hospital and receive diazepam injection. Is there any other person with similar conditions? Will it get worse with time? I'm so worried.

I have heard in the past from several friends who have tried many others including surgery, implants or non-medication alternative methods. However, I think it would help if those of you who have to share your experience with those are now at the point where they have been told that medication will never allow them to reach a long-term seizure free state.

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Surgery may be an option but I am very nervous about it. Any information you can share will be appreciated.

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I had 3 seizures on Saturday and bit up my lip and tongue pretty bad. Any ideas on how to ease the pain help the healing process. I've already been trying sea salt and warm water