Epilepsy & Seizures Support Group
Epilepsy (often referred to as a seizure disorder) is a chronic neurological condition characterized by recurrent unprovoked seizures. It is commonly controlled with medication, although surgical methods are used as well. Seizures (or convulsions) are temporary abnormal electrophysiologic phenomena of the brain, resulting in abnormal synchronization of electrical neuronal...
I had an 'episode' happen to me at work yesterday. The last thing I can remember is taking my afternoon dilantin dose. I 'came to' in a nurse's office where I work. No memory of what happened or why I was sitting in her office. One worker said I fell to my knees and 'spaced out'. I was not shaking like a grand mal seizure, which is mainly the type of seizure I have when they occur. All of my Dilantin and Pheno. levels are great. I don't know what else it could be. I'm waiting on an appt. with a neurologist right now. I need an EEG. Last month, this also happened on my way home from work. In fact, I had just left and barely down the road when I 'spaced out' again. This time I hit someone from behind while driving. No warning or anything. Feeling fine. Talking with a co-worker of mine who was riding with me. The next thing I know, I'm looking up at my boss and 2 paramedics and on my way to the hospital. All levels fine then too. Another episode like this happened to me several months ago when I first started the job and I was at work then too. I'm really scared at this point. Can anyone relate to what I'm talking about and maybe experienced something similar?
Yes, I believe most of us with seizures can relate. After a time (just as we're getting used to our ailment) it changes form on us. I've had episodes of gran mal, partial complex, and other forms thrown in there for good measure. Don't be scared or assume it's a disaster - it's just a fact of living with epilepsy. I don't know if this is supposed to make you feel better or worse, but it's something most of us experience. Good luck! Dimmie