Hello HermanmMy analysis of my own physical seizures and memory loss is that much can be equated to stress.
The MRI scan was a stressful experience for you as it was for me, I fully expected the diagnosis of a tumour. My experience is that stress triggers seizures and symptoms that you describe. Analyse your life and do as much as possible to enter a reduced stress lifestyle.
I'm on twice daily 500mg Keppra which I ensure are taken 12 hours apart and it does control matters.
Be positive, be positive. I'm writing a family history recalling all the wonderful people I have known and the experiences I've had. I relax by listening to music of different genre and love theatre.
Analyse your life, analyse the stress that I suspect has triggered suspected epilepsy. I assume that you are currently focused upon an issue and have met countless frustrations.
Hi Hermanm, when I first started on keppra a year ago it made me very depressed. I reduced the dose slightly after speaking to the neurologist and after that, and my body getting used to it, I felt back to normal. I was also told if it didn’t stop up he’d swop my medication to another type as everyone responds differently and this often sorts it. I hope you get there soon and feel better.
I glad to see you have heard from others on this platform, as sharing information and experiences can be a good idea.
An MRI scan can be stressful experience, but I hope you've recovered from it now. It does sound like you’re going through a tough time at the moment though.
Keppra can have side-effects such as headaches, altered mood and mood swings. Often, these of side-effects lessen over time as the body adjusts to the medicine. But some people can continue to experience them for as long as they are taking the medicine.
If you haven't already, it would be a good idea to speak to your epilepsy specialist, epilepsy nurse (if you have one) or your GP about the side-effects you’re experiencing. This is because there are lots of different epilepsy medicines and they may consider a change to your epilepsy medicine that could help.
Sometimes it can take a little trial and error to find the right epilepsy medicine, at the right dose to suit you.
Living with epilepsy can be hard and sometimes and this can also affect your mood. We have some resources on our website about dealing with low mood that you might find useful: epilepsy.org.uk/info/health...
Sometimes it can be a good idea to talk to someone about things. If you’re feeling low it’s a good idea to keep in touch with your doctor. If it feels possible, you could speak to them about how you’ve been feeling and what help or support they can offer.
If you don’t think you can do this, or you need to talk to someone urgently, remember you can call The Samaritans on 116 123 at any time.
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