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Yes, seeking a second opinion regarding a seizure disorder can be beneficial. It allows for confirmation of the initial diagnosis, exploration of different treatment options, and reassurance about the management plan. Different specialists may offer unique insights or alternative therapies that could be more effective. Ultimately, ensuring you have the most accurate information and best care is crucial for managing such a condition.
What else can I help you with?
How should you punctuate she does however have a seizure disorder?
She does, however, have a seizure disorder.
Should a person with a seizure disorder avoid drinking alco hol and why?
Yes, because if the person is on anti-seizure medication, alcohol can lessen the effects of the medication which could prompt a seizure. Also, this information should be on the bottle of the medication. If not, please contact your local pharmacy and inquire.
Where can I find a list of metabolic disorder symptoms?
Go to www.localhealth.com/article/metabolic-disorders. This has a great article on what the disorder is and what symptoms you should look out for. Some symptoms include breathing problems, organ failure, and seizure. This article will give you all the insight you need.
What could be wrong if your daughter says her ears and nose feel like they are bleeding before having a seizure?
Most people that have a seizure disorder have an "aura" proir to the seizure. This is different for everyone, can be a smell, or an odor, or flashing lights, but it is a warning sign that a seizure is about to happen. Assuming she has had hear ears and nose checked by a doctor and there is no problem this could be the situation. Also, if she has not had a CAT Scan or MRI of her brain to look for problems this should be done to be thorough.
Can electro stimulation cause a seizure in a person who has never had a seizure?
Yes, electroconvulsive therapy can cause a seizure in people that have never had a seizure. However, beyond that, general electrical stimulation on the body (such as with a TENS machine) should not induce a seizure in a person who is not an epileptic.
What precautions should be taken to ensure a patient with epilepsy in the hospital?
To ensure the safety of a patient with epilepsy in the hospital, staff should be informed of the patient's condition and seizure history. The patient's environment should be free of hazards, such as sharp objects, and seizure precautions should be implemented, including keeping the bed in a low position and having padded side rails. Anti-seizure medications should be administered as prescribed, and a seizure action plan should be in place. Continuous monitoring of the patient's neurological status is essential to quickly address any seizure activity.
Why did your dog die after having a seizure?
Our dog was sleeping on the couch when he began having a seizure, he fell off the couch into a patio door and broke his neck during the seizure and died. You have to protect a pet having a seizure from hurting its self.
What should you definitely not do when someone is having a seizure?
laugh....
What should you do is a patient has a petit mal seizure?
Nothing
Is there good bi polar test available to confirm if I have that illness or not?
In my opinion dealing with a condition as serious as bipolar disorder you should always consult a trained and certified physician to determine if you have the disorder in question. Not only can they diagnose you they can also treat you and give you counseling.
Who can you trust to make a diagnosis of bipolar disorder in a child?
The only person I think you should trust on making such an impotent diagnosis as bipolar disorder in a child is a doctor that you have done extensive research on. And even if the doctor is trusted it never hurts to get a second opinion.
You have a seizure disorder for 20 years only 2 seizures you take Tegretol occasionally have a brief lapse in memory doesn't interfere with activity for 1-3 minutes MD not absence seizure what is it?
You should see another neurologist for more information. It does sound like absence seizures. Your mention of 1-3 minutes is just your perception and may not be just that short.
