Do you have a question? I have several:
a. How do you know you had seizures?
b. Have you consulted a health professional about this?
c. What did that person say, and what did he/she recommend or prescribe if he/she agreed that you have been having seizures?
d. Your statement suggests that this year, so far, you have had no seizures....?
e. Have you had a recent head injury, or a concussion some time ago, any time in the past?
f. Were you under care, or were you taking any supplements, or a prescription, for a time just prior, or during, the period when you had the seizures?
g. Can you recall traveling prior to the seizures? Did you get ill?
h. Do you get auras, or have you ever had migraines?

Imojackson, sure sympathize. Had first seizure at age 71. Extreme anxiety and stress occurred couple months before and that was the only life change.

Hello,
I am new to epilepsy and am scared of its rapid progression. Mone tend to start behind my left eye with twitching then progress down my face for 2-3 minutes. Had 4 in April, 9 in May, 20 in June and almost daily in July. Went to neurologist in June and have had EEG and brain scan which look normal. He just increased my Keppra dose from 1,000 to 2.500 two days ago. Too early to see if this does anything, but it does make me a bit tired and nauseous. I’m wondering if I should seek another opinion at this point. He is not sure what rype of seizure this is but I am fully vaccinated aware and have videos of many of them.

Hi @lmojackson
Welcome to our group!
I completely understand how overwhelming it can be to receive such a diagnosis later in life - it truly is life-changing. I was diagnosed with epilepsy at 48 in 2019, though I'd been having seizures for much longer before they were properly recognized.
You mentioned that your seizures felt similar to panic attacks. Would you feel comfortable sharing a bit more about what you experienced during those episodes? Did you stay conscious throughout? Were there any physical symptoms - things like muscle tension or involuntary movements?
You also mentioned that the medication prescribed last year is controlling your seizures well. It's such encouraging news, as finding the right treatment can take time. What medication have you been taking, if you don't mind sharing?
Please know that you're not alone in this journey. Here in the Epilepsy & Seizures group, you'll find people who truly understand what you're going through.
Chris