I just got a phone call from my primary (he's helping me with the seizures) and he told me some of the results of my blood work. I tested positive for Lyme Disease. He opted to do the test because of the E coming back (had the surgery 4-1/2 yrs. ago). He was perplexed as to why nobody considered possibly Lyme since that can cause seizures. Needless to say I start antibiotics today. Also, I checked out some of the symptoms of Lyme and I have a few (mainly tired) which I attributed to the E. So, I'm either disgusted or happy! If I can work on fixing the Lyme perhaps the seizures will go away : ) or if I end up with Lyme and E I'm going to be disgusted, which is what I'm dealing with now. Anyway, I wanted to throw this out here because my doctor stated, "Everyone should be tested for Lyme especially if they have seizures". At least here in the Northeast (NY) it's bad and I do have a dog. Obviously if one has E and has had it for years chances are it's just the E. But, for those starting to get seizures check for Lyme. For me, my primary felt that they removed the RTL so why seizures 4 years later? Obviously we know this can happen BUT just MAYBE it's due to Lyme. At least I'm hoping : )
Disgusted or happy?
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There are a lot of areas where Lyme disease is extremely prevalent, and yet the doctors don't always think to do the tests. Some of my relatives who live in a part of Maryland high in Lyme disease have had a lot of frustrations with getting doctors to pay attention. The deer, and the deer ticks that carry the Lyme disease are all over the place.
Let's hope that Lyme is the answer in your case. At any rate, it's important to get treated for Lyme disease ASAP. If left untreated it can end up having chronic side effects. And if you already have a lowered seizure threshold, infections can trigger seizures.
Let's hope that Lyme is the answer in your case. At any rate, it's important to get treated for Lyme disease ASAP. If left untreated it can end up having chronic side effects. And if you already have a lowered seizure threshold, infections can trigger seizures.
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My Step-father owns a car yard with classic cars in it. My parents have their own business and he goes out there to work on getting parts for customers. But one time- he got a tick on his arm and almost lost his arm, almost died and now has major muscle issues and pain everyday. He didn't have the money to go to the hospital and now lives with recurring medical problems but never seizures. I hope he doesn't ever get them.
Best of luck to you and your recovery.
Crystal
Best of luck to you and your recovery.
Crystal
That's just
unbelievable that something so small (and ugly) could cause SO much grief. Why don't people think of it, I wonder? At least your doctor is on top of his game! That's a really good thing!!
Good luck in your recovery.......
unbelievable that something so small (and ugly) could cause SO much grief. Why don't people think of it, I wonder? At least your doctor is on top of his game! That's a really good thing!!
Good luck in your recovery.......