[epilepsy] Re: Is this a seizure?

 

Thanks for your comments.

I haven't seen a neurologist for a couple of years now. I have to weigh my options carefully, because every time I see the neurologist it causes more problems than it solves. For instance, I've never had an MRI and I think it might be helpful. I'd also like a repeat VEEG because the one I had 7 years ago was skewed in various ways. These things aren't "justified" to the insurance, yet the neurologist puts limits on how far I can drive or tells me I can't take a shower while I'm alone in the house (which is most of the time). I know the easiest solution would be to get a new neurologist but I've pretty much gone through all the ones in the area. Very frustrating. It may sound irresponsible to put an issue of health on the back burner, but sometimes its not the right time when you have to deal with all the conflict involved.

But it is a help to learn more about different kinds of seizures. I found this experience very strange. Thanks again.

Anastasia

--- In epilepsy@yahoogroups.com, Pastor Joseph Groth <pastorjwgroth@...> wrote:
>
> Anastasia,
>
> Do you see a Neurologist? What you have described is simular to the
> Complex/Nogastic kind of seizures I have had through the years. I've
> had 2 of those this year. The last one I had was in June. All I was
> doing was taking a pizza box down to the trash room. I somehow
> walked right out of the apartment building and was walking around
> town for a couple hours without knowing it. My wife had neighbors
> and the police searching for me. A cop found me walking and he
> was able to snap me out of it by holding me in place and asking me
> my name. When he got my attention, He could tell my eyes were still dialated and none responsive. He got me in the car and brought me
> home. I was still shaken up and he got my wife and the 2 neighbors
> to help me back to the apartment. A few minutes later I was back to
> normal and was filled in on what had happened. This type of seizure
> is somewhat like a person sleep walking. I have had this happen
> several times over the last 45 years that I've had Epilepsy. My
> suggestion is to talk to a neurologist and describe in full detail of
> what you told us.
>
> Joseph

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