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Possible side effect to Lamotrigine

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Has anyone ever experienced what feels like a dead arm? For the last 3 days I’ve had limited movement in my left arm as it causes pain when I am trying to reach or just simple movements.

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Watchthebirdy

Been on lamotrigine for years, never had this, perhaps there is another cause

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Teri2020 in reply toWatchthebirdy

Hoping I’ve just slept funny or something but I’ve got an appointment on Monday so if it’s no better by then I’ll inform my nurse. Thank you for your response.

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Veteran250 in reply toTeri2020

Like Watchthebirdy, I’ve been on Lamotragine for a few years but never had that problem.... hoping you get it sorted Teri 👍🤨

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Teri2020 in reply toVeteran250

Thank you for your reply Veteran250, it didn’t last for long so it wasn’t the Lamotrigine after all x

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Veteran250 in reply toTeri2020

Thats good to here Teri, I’ve just joined the Epilepy community on HU, hello, its nice to meet you..... enjoy your Friday🙂🌈

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Teri2020 in reply toVeteran250

And you too Veteran250. I only got diagnosed in August this year so this all still new to me. It’s refreshing to hear some positivity though I must admit 🥳

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Veteran250 in reply toTeri2020

Have to keep positive Teri, its what keeps this 77 year old going!

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Teri2020 in reply toVeteran250

I will take a leaf out of your book 🥰

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Veteran250 in reply toTeri2020

Good girl 😘🌹

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