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my seizures
Wed, 10/09/2019 - 18:21Topic: New to Epilepsy.com
hey everyone! so my name is jessica and i am 15 years old. ive been diagnosed with epilepsy at the age of 9. i live in houston texas. ive had 3 surgeries so far and years of tests. if anyone needs or wants to talk or has any questions ,message me back and we can talk !
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H Jessica, Thanks for sharing
Submitted by Seuss on Thu, 2019-10-10 - 21:46
H Jessica, Thanks for sharing your story/information with us. I have epilepsy for as long as I can remember, 46+ years. I live in MASS fortunately the hospital in Boston has good thigs to use to and great people. I have had numerous eeg's but none of them worked for me. So the Depth electrodes test was the solution-it gave me the final answers. I cannot find a job now and lost one because of my epilepsy. I have Vagus Nerve Stimulator right now & it has worked. If You ever need help contact Your local Epilepsy Foundation Office-they have helped me. I hope You find medication that works for You soon. Good Luck.
Hi jessienem, Thanks so much
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 2019-10-10 - 08:08
Hi jessienem, Thanks so much for sharing you’re story, it sounds like you’ve been through a lot. One of the most important things to help you live with epilepsy is to find a support network. Learn more about your community support options and living with epilepsy as a young adult, here: https://www.epilepsy.com/learn/challenges-epilepsy/social-concerns https://www.epilepsy.com/living-epilepsy/youth/young-adults Additionally, you may always contact our Epilepsy and Seizures 24/7 Helpline: 1-800-332-1000 contactus@efa.org, where a trained information specialist can connect you to resources, provide referrals and additional support. epilepsy.com/helpline Or contact your local Epilepsy Foundation at: https://www.epilepsy.com/affiliates to find support groups, events, and programs in your community.