Hi,

I just uploaded a file called Epilepsy. It is a document sent to me from my
brother-in-law with interesting information about vitamins and seizures. Maybe
it will help.

Cari

--- In Cent_Wa_Epilepsy_Support@yahoogroups.com, "Amy Campbell"
<amylovesrick@...> wrote:
>
> Hello all! I'm new to this list and am looking forward to gleaning
> lots of wisdom from this loop. I've got a 15-year-old daughter who was
> diagnosed with epilepsy at age eight. I'm thankful that she doesn't
> have grand mals very often, but even so, it's been a hard path. After
> several months without episode she had one last week. It's so
> discouraging.
>
> We've had the same pediatric neurologist since she was eight years old
> and have been very pleased. My daughter, though, would like to switch
> to a female doctor. I think it would be a good idea to have a fresh
> perspective on her case too.
>
> So that brings me to my question. I know this loop is based out of
> Washington, but do any of you know anything about providers in the
> Portland area? Right now I'm looking at Dr. Huffman and Dr. Metrick
> working out of Legacy Emmanuel. Does anyone happen to know anything
> about either of these doctors?
>
> Also, I really feel like my daughter needs to be on a good
> multi-vitamin. She's a petite little thing and not very strong. Her
> biggest seizure trigger is exhaustion and I think a good multi-vitamin
> might help. Any suggestions as to brands?
>
> Thanks so much for your help!
>
> Amy
>