Posted by hobbsster on February 14, 2007, at 2:30:32
In reply to Re: conversion disorder: what the neurologist says » hobbsster, posted by yxibow on February 8, 2007, at 13:08:33
THanks Jay,
I am back at home and have been having seizures at least 3 x daily, ended up in hospital again. And I really need to get back at work - I'm a social worker, but cannot have seizures at work.
Apparently the blood levels / therapeutic levels of the new anti-epileptics could take up to 6 weeks to become effective.
I wake up in the mornings, unable to breath, sweaty palms, scared, heart beating so fast... i am too scared to go out because the simplest thing can trigger a fit - loud noises, lights, agoraphobia... whatever.I realize that the anxiety and fear can also increase the possibility of seizures. It feels as if i lack all the skills that i'm "teaching" my clients. it feels as if my life is suddenly "possessed" with epilepsy and fear.
Luckily I have a good neurologist, but since he is one of the best in this country, it is impossible to just phone him and tell him what's going on and I've been in hospital for 3 weeks and really do not want to go back.I am so glad I discovered this website where i can find a support system even though it is far far away and "faceless" - one can feel the heart and warmth.
Thanks
Marlize H
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