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When is driving safe for someone with epilepsy?

Epilepsy & Seizures | Last Active: Mar 22 9:12am | Replies (31)

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@tchandos Jake (@jakeduck1) is absolutely 100% correct relating to the meds. I agree with his comment as to preferably waiting a year subject to future tests. Many years ago, I had a seizure while driving and was fortunate to have a passenger in the car who saved my life. Also, @methel is spot on relating to different state laws relative to driving. It is not only your son's life but others as well that needs be considered which I'm sure you are aware and rightfully concerned about. In NJ, the neurologist had to sign off for the DMV as to when I was permitted to drive. On the right meds and correct amount, hopefully he will be under control. I've been seizure free since the 1970's and still on the same meds. Wish you and your son the best!

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@njed That's interesting. My neurologist just told me that since I haven't had a seizure in 15 years, that the current recommendations by the Academy is to get off of the medication. I'm okay with trying that. I'd love to not have to take medication for the rest of my life.