Epilepsy Blog Relay: A letter to young Whit
Sunovion is proud to share the story of #MyEpilepsyHero Whitney Petit, who offers a window into the ups and downs she experienced while growing up with epilepsy. … Read More
Epilepsy Blog Relay: When does faith healing become medical neglect?
This post is part of the Epilepsy Blog Relay™. Follow along all month! Elaine on Faith Healing Faith healing and demon possession are not medical terms but they are used to describe religious belief systems that give the believers in the system a sense of security when they experience uncertainty about a family member who … Read More
Epilepsy Blog Relay: Strategies for Improving Treatment Adherence in Epilepsy
This post is part of the Epilepsy Blog Relay™. Follow along all month! For people with epilepsy, uncontrolled seizures (seizures that continue even while you’re on medication)1 can be a source of constant anxiety – wondering when and where one may happen. Busy schedules, side effects and rigid medication schedules can make keeping seizures … Read More
Epilepsy Blog Relay: Patient-Provider Disconnects In Epilepsy: National Survey Evaluates Perceptions
The “Seize the Truth About Epilepsy Perceptions” (STEP) Survey was conducted online on behalf of SK Life Science, Inc. The results revealed important disconnects that exist between patients, caregivers and healthcare providers (HCPs). … Read More
Epilepsy Blog Relay: The Complicated Goal of Seizure Freedom
After years of seizure freedom, my epilepsy reared its ugly head again with cluster seizures. As a result, my neurologist prescribed medication again.… Read More
Epilepsy Blog Relay: Weight Loss Surgery for the Epileptic
This post is part of the Epilepsy Blog Relay™. Follow along all month! Audra’s Story Have you ever wondered what it’s like to live as an autistic adult with epilepsy? Having a child who is autistic with epilepsy is a challenge as well! I am Autistic Audra! I am 38 years old with a son … Read More
Epilepsy Blog Relay: Epilepsy and Hyperawareness in Northern California
This sensory shift to hyperawareness and attendant cause-and-effect inventory is a familiar yet unwelcome situation for many living with epilepsy, no matter how far out we are from our initial diagnosis or how well-controlled our seizures.… Read More
Epilepsy Blog Relay: 6 Tips for Combating Stress While Living With Epilepsy
This post is part of the Epilepsy Blog Relay™. Follow along all month! Stress is a normal part of life for everyone. But, a stressful situation can turn life upside down for a person with epilepsy. There are a few tips for combating stress while living with epilepsy. These tips can help you manage stressful … Read More