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At age 14 my daughter was diagnosed with JME-Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy. She experienced horrible depression and...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1071513/

diagnosed with JME-Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy

Discussion: Mother of a teenager who just diagnosed with Seizure Disorder

Support Group: Epilepsy & Seizures

Posted: May 20 9:27am

@lsittll, Great topic. I expanded the title to reflect the discussion. Finding the right specialist for...

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With a chronic condition like epilepsy

Discussion: Best not always the best: Finding the right epilepsy specialist for u

Support Group: Epilepsy & Seizures

Posted: Jul 6, 2020

That may be a good idea, to determine what is a problem and what isn't. I...

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As far as an epilepsy diet I have tried

Discussion: Extended release Lamotrigine, Clonazapam and heartburn

Support Group: Epilepsy & Seizures

Posted: Apr 9, 2021

Hi @pamelastewart5, welcome to Connect. There are several members who have adult children living with epilepsy,...

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who have adult children living with epilepsy

Discussion: Living with epilepsy - Introduce yourself & meet others

Support Group: Epilepsy & Seizures

Posted: Sep 8, 2018

@matermiracle this topic is dear to my heart. 2 of my children found me during a...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/116582/

http://www.epilepsy.com/get-help/seizure-first-aid ... developing-my-seizure-plan-101 Staying safe http://www.epilepsy.com ... www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/epilepsy

Discussion: Epilepsy and experiencing different types of seizures

Support Group: Epilepsy & Seizures

Posted: Oct 2, 2016

Thank you so much! I watched first do no harm per a previous message w you…...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/902926/

My sons epilepsy (generalized juvenile

Discussion: Successful Depakote weaning

Support Group: Epilepsy & Seizures

Posted: Jul 27, 2023

@mikeg0822 I have had neuropathy for almost 40 years and the pain can be excruciating. My...

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Another epilepsy medication that may

Discussion: Vitamin B12 deficiency and small fiber neuropathy

Support Group: Neuropathy

Posted: Oct 18, 2022

Thank you for including my thoughts here! I am a 44 year old that was OFFICIALLY...

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that was OFFICIALLY diagnosed with Epilepsy

Discussion: magnesium levels and epilepsy?

Support Group: Epilepsy & Seizures

Posted: Feb 3, 2018

Hi sweetpea81212, They sound like typical absences to me but they also sound like they have...

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Most MRI’s in Epilepsy patients when

Discussion: Living with epilepsy - Introduce yourself & meet others

Support Group: Epilepsy & Seizures

Posted: Jun 18, 2018

Hello, Exceptional One. 😆 My son was only about 10 when the seizures started. The doctor...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/333398/

doctor said they were not atypical of epilepsy

Discussion: New to Neuropathy 2 months.

Support Group: Neuropathy

Posted: Feb 18, 2021

@1710dave Hello Dave, I too am sorry about the loss of your family Dave. I only...

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are a major enemy in someone with Epilepsy

Discussion: Seizures despite medication

Support Group: Epilepsy & Seizures

Posted: May 12, 2020

@merpreb Hi marry, I hope it works for you but I would never use it. There...

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being studied for certain forms of Epilepsy

Discussion: Tips on minimizing withdrawal symptoms from Effexor (aka Venlafaxine)

Support Group: Depression & Anxiety

Posted: Dec 19, 2018

I believe that your seizure pattern not changing might be a good point when it comes...

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The University of MN also has an epilepsy

Discussion: Seizure control: I can't seem to get any help

Support Group: Epilepsy & Seizures

Posted: Jan 7, 2018

@hoochinmama First I'd make an appointment with a Neurologist. Since her insulin level is off I...

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loss unfortunately is very common in Epilepsy

Discussion: Seizure Treatment and causes

Support Group: Epilepsy & Seizures

Posted: Mar 17, 2022

@ltecato I think your expecting too much from people. I don't have a hearing problem but...

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#39;t hear the cruel comments having Epilepsy

Discussion: No one likes to repeat themselves, apparently

Support Group: Hearing Loss

Posted: Sep 20, 2021

@catcr505 I'd like to extend my welcome. You are having debilitating symptoms but the source is...

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added your discussion to the groups Epilepsy

Discussion: Not sure what's causing brain fog, anxiety, hormonal imbalance?

Support Group: Autoimmune Diseases

Posted: Dec 16, 2020

Hi, @pamelastewart5 - I have moved your post here to this discussion on Lennox-Gastaut syndrome so...

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others familiar with this type of epilepsy

Discussion: Lennox-Gastaut syndrome (LGS) diagnosis

Support Group: Epilepsy & Seizures

Posted: Oct 3, 2018

Hi Lisa @techi I know from my own experience it can been extremely exhausting and frustrating...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/165004/

www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/epilepsy

Discussion: Have you taken levetiracetam (Keppra)?

Support Group: Epilepsy & Seizures

Posted: Oct 2, 2018

@kimroepke I've had Epilepsy for 57 years and changed medication quite a few times and only...

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@kimroepke I've had Epilepsy for

Discussion: Bad absence seizures withdrawing from Aptiom

Support Group: Epilepsy & Seizures

Posted: Nov 14, 2023

@minajo Good Morning, I am sorry to hear that! According to my gastroenterologist, all neurological medications...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1024080/

Today my epilepsy is being treated with

Discussion: Zonisamide and intestional blockage

Support Group: Epilepsy & Seizures

Posted: Feb 28 5:50am