Hi there, Have you considered talking to a dermatologist regarding this? They may have some ideas / products that you could try which should work around your lamotrigine rather than having to adjust...
Hi there and Welcome to HealingWell! There are a lot of people on here who have children with epilepsy so they may be better placed to help you than I am. What sort of information are you looking...
Hi Ryan, I have to be honest and say that this one has me foxed! Epilepsy can be present in a person without showing on standard tests such as EEG's etc... so I wouldnt rule it out just yet but an...
Hi Mary, As Cass has said, nausea is common with SSRI's. For some people it only lasts a couple of days while their body adapts to the meds, for some people it can take a couple of weeks and for some...
Hi there, I think its important to look at what a man really is because many people hold on to a stereotype which is quite out-dated these days. Also, I guess it would depend on why you think you...
Hi there, This really is very complicated and I think this is something which needs handling with extreme care. I think its important not to jump to any conclusions either. She may or may not be...
Thats great news hunni!!! Congratualtions!...
Karen is absolutely right on this one. Any queries regarding medications or a worsening of her condition ought to be forwarded to a doctor. As Karen has said, there are a lot of medications out there...
Judy is spot on. I have seen the Ketogenic diet crop up a number of times in the last 18 months while I have been a moderator and my advice is always the same. If you REALLY want to try it (Depsite...
I think getting a hobby is a great idea. It would occupy some of your time and might actually lift your mood as well. I think different people hold different opinions on sex chat... personally I dont...
Hi there and Welcome to HealingWell, You have already been given some great advice so I will keep it brief. I think problems are about perspective and if a problem seems big enough to cause...
I think that is very sensible. Let us know how you get on Darren...
Hi there, Not sure how I missed this post! Although this site is mostly US, I am one of few UK based moderators so I know about UK specific meds and can sympathise about the NHS! My recomendation...
Hi there, Its important that you understand that I am not a medical professional. I am not sure what the max dosage on amytriptyline is or stuff like that but I know that increasing meds very quickly...
Hi there, Chatting to people on here is a great way to lift your mood and working though things. I am really sorry that things are not good for you right now but please keep talking to us. We will...
Hi Confused, I am sorry to hear of your diagnosis. Crohns is something that can be controlled though so please dont let it dominate your life. I know what it is like to be diagnosed with a chronic...
Hi there, Just because you suffer from situational depression it doesnt necessarily follow that you will develop chronic depression although it is a risk. When 2 people who both have mood disorders...
I think Judy has hit the nail on the head really. Brain surgery normally causes some kind of temporary side effect (which varies depending on location) but the brain usually recovers (Especially in...
Perhaps the epilepsy is stress related? There is bound to be increased levels of anxiety / stress associated with going to the doctor (From what you ahve written so far) so I wonder if that may be a...
Hi Danni, Its nice to hear from you again! Im sorry to hear that you have had health problems while you have been away but hopefully you have them sorted and under control now! Darren...
Hi Navy, You are always welcome to vent over here with us! Im sorry to hear your family is not well at the moment but you are a strong person and I am sure you can find the strength to get through...
Hi Taryn, I think you are being very mature and responsible about the whole situation. It would be a shame to see the progress you have made during your councilling sessions go to waste because of...
Hi there and Welcome to Healingwell, There are lots of options for you. Some you may have tried and some you might not have thought of... Heres my top 5! 5) Meditation - Meditation is a method of...
Hi there, I dont know huge amounts about opiate & Narcotic painkillers specifically but I know a little about how opium based drugs / narcotic drugs react with the body. Withdrawing from the drugs is...
Hi there and Welcome to HealingWell! Diagnosing Epilepsy isnt completely reliant on a positive EEG. I am from the UK so things may vary slightly in the US but I wouldnt have thought too much. When...
If your doctor doesnt care, then I would definately change. But as Kitt & Karen have said, Branded drugs (E.g. Prozac) are the same as their generic counterpart (E.g. Fluoxetine). Fortunately this is...
Talking about tradition & crafts etc... There is a custom (bit old fashioned now... not sure if anyone does it anymore) in Wales where people used to make a CALENNIG and on New Years Day, went door...
I think Kitt is spot on. Sometimes you have to let people make mistakes in order for them to learn but its important that she knows you will be there to help if she needs support Darren...
Hi there, You have been given some fantastic advice already from other people. I, too sense a lot of anger in your post and wonder whether a place / person to vent to would be benificial to you....
Hi there, I think its important to remember that you cant MAKE anyone understand something. Have you tried seeing a coucillor together? If there is no trust in the relationship then it can be very...
I was always a Biology person (Which later branched into Psychology). I seemed to have a natural talent for it....
I cant imagine the hurt and pain that you and your family must be suffering right now. I pray that your brother shows some kind of life signs. Always know that we will support you and those around...
Hiya, I have to be honest and say I dont really know. Side effects are different for different people. I had none at all when I came of my AD. Some people only have it for a week and some people have...
Baby steps are just the right way to go about it... dont try and run before you can walk....
I think Randy is spot on with the advice RE: driving. Better safe than sorry. RE: Salt levels, have the doctors checked Liver / Kidney function? It might not be a problem with the salt intake, but a...
Hiya, It is possible for 2 conditions to co-exist within the same person. For example epilepsy and a psychiatric disorder. Schizophrenia cannot be diagnosed (Certainly in the UK where I am from)...
Hiya, I would definately get a second opinion if you are not happy. A sleep specialist (As Randy has suggested) might be a good place to go. Darren...
If we're talking ages here im only 23! :tongue: On a more serious note: Sans, I can fully understand what you mean about not wanting to go to a crowded house. When you have the christmas spirit...
Its great to see you back Debbie!...
Hiya, Eventually people are weaned off AED's, that is correct. My neurologist told me that he wouldnt even consider the idea until I had been seizure free for 5 years. At the time I thought that was...
Hi there, Thats a hell of a lot you're going through at the moment and I admire you for having the strength to keep going where a lot would have given in well before now. I am not sure where in the...
Hi there, I guess the logical way to look at it is that when he was on meds he didnt have seziures and when he was off meds he had seizures. It is possible that his salt levels were the cause of the...
Your pharmacist / physican is the best person to look to when you are looking for advice regarding meds. It is difficult for us to comment because even vitamins can interact with prescription meds....
Hiya, Im sorry you have had to wait so long for a reply. I am not a medical professional but l I have to be honest here and say that this does not sound like Epilepsy on its own. (Perhaps in part but...
Hi SkysMommy, I think its great that you have the drive and motivation to try and use self-help because IMO its one of the best techniques out there since you are the expert on how you feel. This is...
Hi there and Welcome to HealingWell, I am so glad that you have found us. It is a terrible pain to go through and cope with what you are dealing with... and I know because I have done it myself. I...
Hi there SkysMommy, Did you take yourself of the meds or did the doctor take you off them? If you have done it yourself have you done it in a controlled manner? If the effexor was a partial treatment...
Hi there, You have been given some really good suggestions already and I just wanted to say that I think the MoodGym that Kitt has suggested is fantastic. I have done it myself and it really does...
I think Karen is right. You sound like a loving, caring person and I am sure that your mum would be proud to see you managing an adult relationship with the maturity that you are showing. Have a look...
Hi there, The new dilantin is not very common I dont think (Since the old one was uncommon) although I do know there are people on this forum who use it. RanMan knows a lot about the new Dilantin so...