Hi Daphnie,
I have had to come to terms with my seizure disorder in the past month.
AFter having had a total of 6 seizure in 10 years -- one every year or
two -- I had 2 in one day three weeks ago. Now, I'm committed to trying
the medication along with perhaps biofeedback and alternative medicine.
I want to be able to drive and be seizure-free for the rest of my life.
I don't think that's an unreasonable thought. Nor do I think the drugs
will necessarily harm me. But if they do, I intend to let my doctor
know right away. Since I can't wish this condition away, I have to
accept the fact that this is something I will have to deal with for the
rest of my life. I will deal with it, however, on my terms. Good luck
to you and let us know how you're doing. You need to get your life back.
Mary



--- In Cent_Wa_Epilepsy_Support@yahoogroups.com, "Daphnie"
<willowowl@...> wrote:
>
> Thank you for accepting me to your group. I have only recently been
> diagnosed with a seizure disorder. I am 43 years old. Why now? I have
> had 2 grand mal seizures since Jan 2nd. All of the tests I have had
> have come back normal.The Dr. wishes me to take medication that I am
> hesitant to take and haven't even tried to take it. Really I would
> rather have seizures than take the medication.
> I find myself intensely depressed and alone. I have lost everything in
> the past 6 weeks. I was a commercial driver for a living prior to this
> event. I am lost. If there is anyone who can shine some light on this
> darkness I would be in debt to them. I look forward to finding peace
> with this.
>
> Daphnie~*
>