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Sensitive
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member asked a question 💭

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

Ken Jennings, I was also sensitive all my life. If you can, start taking surveys. They ask your opinon on different subjects. This has helped me to be more confident and say no to certain people… read more

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.
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member asked a question 💭

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

A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

@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

Seizure Diary
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member asked a question 💭

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.

Does Anyone Know What, If Any, Fillers Are Used In Generic Medicines?
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member asked a question 💭

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

Understanding Neurology
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member asked a question 💭

When you were first diagnosed with epilepsy what research did you do? Treatments, alternative treatments?

I want an app for my iPhone that covers epilepsy from diagnoses, types of seizure, treatments etc.

Any recommendations? For iPhones, books or e-books. Thanks in advance ✌🏻

A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

Must be your own advocate and do your own research as even the specialist cant understand what your going through. Tests don't always match your symptoms either, doesn't hurt to get a second opinion… read more

Keppra And Frisium During Pregnancy
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member asked a question 💭

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

Best Epilepsy Medications/Most Common/Most Effective
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member asked a question 💭

Do you know the most popular/common/effective Epilepsy Medications? Based on your personal experience, which ones have worked for you?

A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

My meds are ok, but my faith in my life and my routine of prayer and bible study are the best for me, I am not perfect and do sin, but is my answer here

Midazolam
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member asked a question 💭

I've just explored the site a little more. I came across the epilepsy association medication list and found diazepam rectal gel listed but no intranasal midazolam?? I realise the majority of people here aren't Australians, so perhaps it's something not used often overseas
I still occasionally have a very large grand mal that requires medication to bring me around, but I was put onto using intranasal midazolam years ago
Prior to the midazolam all my partner could use during a large grand mal… read more

A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

Still foggy. I was given 2 doses up the nose. It worked. No hospital this time. It has worked for me 3 times now. Hangover sucks

Aptiom Side Effects
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member asked a question 💭

They put me on aptiom, ive only been on it for 2 days but i feel insane, im sure i need to get used to it but i want to hear others opinions on this please🙏🏼

A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

@A MyEpilepsyTeam Member what part of your brain are the seizures coming from now? Look into the LITT procedure, it helps a lot of people with seizures, myself included, i was 28 when i had it done. I… read more

Tegretol To Aptiom
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member asked a question 💭

My doctor is switching me from Tegretol, which I've been on for 30 years with successful results, to Aptiom. I'm currently in transition & had wondered if anyone else had made a similar switch & if you could tell me your experience with it. I'm only on day 4 of 400mg Tegretol & 400 mg Aptiom but I feel like my short term memory is on the fritz. By week 3 I'm suppose to be on just Aptiom 800 mg & no Tegretol & I wonder if the memory loss will worsen when I increase the dose.

A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

I got ep at 6 and I have never had that prolbem and now 70 and still dont as I worked at GM 30 yrs and retired 08 no problem and later began a Electrician as lots lots to remember and still am doing… read more