I have the VNS. I have had it since 2001. It is placed in my chest.
It was shut off 11 months later. It didn't work for me for I got
sleep apnea from it. But don't worry that is very rare. So rare that
it has never had to anyone else. But I can turn it on when I need
it. It is a security blanket for me. It has saved my butt several
times so I still like it and I am glad I still have it. The nice
thing about mine is I will never need my battery changed since it is
turned off. So good luck to you and your cousin.
Lisa


--- In epilepsyalternatives@yahoogroups.com, "catlovercg2002001"
<catlovercg2002001@y...> wrote:
> Hi all:
>
> Just wanted to find out what personal experiences you all may have
> had with the vns. I am looking into it as an option for my cousin
> with epilepsy and would love some personal opinions. I've heard
great
> things about how it can improve quality of life, and for Caroline
> who's 9-I think this may be a good alternative for her. Greatly
> appreciate your thoughts!