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Refractory epilepsy

Home » Epilepsy Blog » Refractory epilepsy
31 Jul 2021

Sheri’s Story: Learning to Live All Over with Refractory Epilepsy

by Guest Contributor |

Sheri was diagnosed with refractory epilepsy in her late 20’s. She keeps a positive attitude, but transportation can be difficult.

Refractory epilepsy, transportation, Vagus Nerve Stimulator, VNS
2 Mar 2020

Epilepsy Blog Relay: Living with VNS and RNS

by Guest Contributor |

This post is part of the Epilepsy Blog Relay™. Lauren’s story I’m 36 now and had my first seizure when I was 23 in my sleep. Why? Who knows. There’s still no clear answer about anything. VNS and RNS I have the VNS and the RNS and the seizures still overpower both of these gadgets. … Read More

DBS, Neurostimulation, Refractory epilepsy, RNS, VNS
12 Mar 2019

Epilepsy Blog Relay: Jade’s keto journey

by Guest Contributor |

Jade shares how she took something that was crushing her spirit (epilepsy), and turned it into what drives her. She shares her own Keto Journey with us.

keto, ketogenic, Ketogenic Diet, Refractory epilepsy

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