I thought maybe it was time to share my experiences with Epilepsy. As some may know I was diagnosed last year.
Ever since a child I knew there was something wrong with my brain. That may sound strange and a little dramatic but ever since I can remember I've had these strange episodes.
So what do they feel like?
Well I'd have what felt like rushing blood flowing through my brain and everything would speed up and it felt my brain might explode, very dramatic! The episode would pass after 10 minutes and I'd be left confused and exhausted. Not very pleasant!
All of this carried on into my adult years but at less frequent intervals, until a couple of years ago.
I then started having strange sensations in other parts of my body. I finally gave in and paid a visit to my GP and was passed onto specialists.
After what seemed like a thousand questions and a thousand more tests including MRR and CAT scans a neurologist finally diagnosed epilepsy.
I was sort of expecting it but it was still a shock. Of course the first thing is you lose your driving license. I then had to tell the family and inform work.
I knew the family would be great and they were but to my surprise work were very supportive too.
So where am I?
Well a little annoyed and also mightily relieved. When they first started the medical tests I knew there was a problem but not what it was. To discover there wasn't a physical problem like a tumour which could be untreatable was a relief.
Of course that still leaves me with the epilepsy which to be honest is a drag. The medication Keppra has side effects but I'm adjusting. Losing my driving license is a pain but it's surprising how you adjust. I've even got a concessionary bus pass!!!
Workmates have bent over backwards to help me with lifts into and out of work and keeping a close eye on me.
Most of all Jane and Hannah deserve a medal for putting up with my mood swings. I'm not sure if I can ever repay them for their support and patience but I'm going to try bloody hard!
