Week 2 with Temporal Lobe Epilepsy

[ThePerkyGrouch]

Diagnosed with Temporal Lobe Epilepsy last week, at the age of 36, after my third complex partial seizure within the last 6 months.
Neurologist put me on generic Keppra....and now currently riding the wonderful emotional / mood roller coaster created by this awesome drug .....NOT FUN!

Reading everything I can find. Really want to find ways to change my diet, or take herbs that will possibly reduce if not eliminate the need for meds.....this may be a pipe dream but I have to try.

Thanks

 

[BrandiBrat]

Welcome to CWE, although it sucks what got you here. Lots of good folks here and tons of information and support. Make yourself at home It's good to be positive and proactive in your approach to managing your E...it really helps. Keppra can be a difficult med to adjust to, just keep your doctor aware if the emotional side effects get to be too much. Taking a good multi-vitamin and an added B-complex has helped me supplement what the meds remove from my system. I've heard it also helps with the emotional roller coaster, as well.

 

[Bernard]

Hi PG, welcome to the forum. :hello:

Lot's of info here for the proactive minded. See the link in my signature for ideas.

BTW, you can temper the Kepprage with vitamin B6.