My seizure control relies on a few things. AED, Stress free environment, Heat free environment, Diet easy on my digestive system.
Without any AED I will have CPS often. Which will eventually lead to a tonic-clonic. Stress is a major problem for me in two ways. One it upsets my stomach, causing stomach pain. That usually leads to bouts of constipation or diarrhea. Two it causes me to have bad headaches, which bring on my CPS.
Heat is also a big problem. I've always had cold feet and hands. Since I was little I always like colder temperatures. My ideal temperatures are from 30-40 degrees F to 70 degrees F. You keep the snow, I'll take the cold. I've had heat stroke at least three times. Twice a few months ago. While my first occurred when I was 12 or 13 years old. IMHO it was that heat stroke which triggered my seizures to start.
I've been on at least thirteen different AEDs over the years. Many had minor side effects.
But a few of them really messed my body up. Headaches, diarrhea, constipation, rashes,
kidney stones, gall stones, dry skin, etc. Because of some AEDs I needed to have my gall bladder removed. The doctor told me it was perforated. I also suffer from IBS & Colitis.
I need to avoid greasy foods, pasta sauces, some dairy, etc. Eating has become a funhouse maze of mirrors. I think I have a clear path, but I end up hitting a wall.