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still having seizures and MRI is normal
Epilepsy & Seizures | Last Active: Sep 26, 2023 | Replies (14)Comment receiving replies
@maureendigi
Like @tonyde said
“Too many doctors, including neurologists don't fully understand epilepsy.”
If the tests are all normal the seizures are often caused by Epilepsy but too often doctors assume a person is experiencing psychologically induced Psychogenic nonepileptic seizures (PNES) brought on by anxiety, stress or other psychological issues.
That's a good reason for an evaluation at a level 4 Epilepsy center like the one at Mayo Clinic's which is rated #1.
Best of luck to you and your brother.
Take care,
Jake
Lots of doctors claim seizures are anxiety related
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I totally agree with Jake. In 2018, when I still did not know I had epilepsy, I went to a neurologist and 2 psychiatrists who said I was suffering from depression. In 2019, my epilepsy was diagnosed by a third psychiatrist, but he did not understand well epilepsy. I went to many other doctors (neurologists and psychiatrists), and in 2021 I finally found an epileptologist, which made a great difference in my treatment. Epilepsy is a complex condition that many neurologists do not fully understand. The best is to be treated by an epileptologist!
Chris (Santosha)