Hi from North Carolina

[Robert Brock]

Hopefully I'm doing this right. I'm sure someone will tell me if I messed up and I appreciate that.

I was diagnosed with epelipsy last December. Partial complex seizures starting in the left temporal lobe and moving to the frontal cortex. I do not remember the actual seizure, but do sometimes recognize it when I think I've done something that I haven't done, can't follow the plot line on a tv show, or on two occasions in the past two years had single vehicle car accidents.

I had attributed this to just getting on up in years. However, after a period of confusion, I drove to the hospital and was still having seizures when connected to an EEG. No, I have not been behind the wheel of a vehicle since then.

I'm going through that phase where sick time is running out, bills are piling up, and life in general just ain't hitting on much.

I subscribed here to see how you guys deal with it and get a little inspiration. You have done a great job of that with me just lurking, but I wanted to introduce myself and say thank you.

 

[masterjen]

Hi, Robert and welcome to the forums!
As you have probably determined from hanging around, there are lots of great people here. Having seizure and then being diagnosed with a condition like epilepsy really does put one's life in a bit of turmoil - all of the sudden what was "smooth sailing" no longer is.
Looking forward to seeing you around the forums, and good luck with things!

 

[Nakamova]

Hi Robert, welcome to CWE!

An epilepsy diagnosis is tough, and it can definitely take time to figure out what it means for you and your family. It can be a little scary -- to say the least -- but looking for information and support is an excellent step. You are not alone!

I hope you've been able to see a good neurologist or epileptologist, and that you are working towards a successful plan of treatment. In addition, it can help in a lot of different ways to be proactive about your health. This can mean tracking your seizures and symptoms, identifying potential triggers, looking for ways to moderate/improve your overall health, de-stressing your environment, and continuing to be engaged and connected in ways that make you happy and keep epilepsy on the sidelines. Some tips for being proactive can be found here: http://www.coping-with-epilepsy.com/forums/f22/proactive-prescription-epilepsy-1254/

If you are running into financial problems make sure your neuro or regular doctor knows -- he or she might be able to help steer you to support systems to provide relief. There are some options if you can't afford medication (see http://www.coping-with-epilepsy.com/forums/f45/when-you-cant-afford-medication-1452/), and your workplace might be able to make accommodations for you as well.

Feel free to explore the forums here and ask a lot questions about CWE or anything else. Members and moderators will lend a hand if you need one. Anything epilepsy-related tends to be posted in The Kitchen Forum, but there's all sorts of good stuff in the other forums too.

Best,
Nakamova

 

[Fedup]

Robert Brock

Welcome to C.W.E. and hopefully we will be able to help, there are great people here so you should have no problem and do not worry about doing the right thing we have moderators and you have just meet Nakamova who will help you anytime so you are in good hands.

 

[lindsayschu2]

Hi Robert! I'm glad you came out from Lurking and said hello. We do understand your challenges--please feel free to post about any or all things on your mind and we can share and support. Whatever your challenge there is likely someone here who can relate, offer perspective, or at least an understanding ear. Welcome to CwE!

 

[Robert Brock]

Thanks for the replies but I would be really surprised if anyone's circumstances were quite like mine. I'll post in the kitchen tomorrow with my circumstances and ask for advice. Be easy on me, I'm a little fragile right now.