TravelingChris Posted February 4, 2013 Share Posted February 4, 2013 As many of you know, my dd 19 has been having what appear to now be seizures since last February. Today she had one and hit her head on the left temple. Her head really hurts, her speech is slurred. She has been having seizures off and on for three hours. SHe is at the ER with her fiancee- they will be taking her for a CAT scan to check if she has a concussion. Prayers from anyone would be appreciated. I will update when I find out how she is. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PachiSusan Posted February 4, 2013 Share Posted February 4, 2013 Oh no!!! Prayers!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parrothead Posted February 4, 2013 Share Posted February 4, 2013 Praying! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MariannNOVA Posted February 4, 2013 Share Posted February 4, 2013 Praying. (((hugs))) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caroljenn Posted February 4, 2013 Share Posted February 4, 2013 Oh no! I will be praying for you and your dd. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pdalley Posted February 4, 2013 Share Posted February 4, 2013 Praying! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Violet Crown Posted February 4, 2013 Share Posted February 4, 2013 Praying here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted February 4, 2013 Share Posted February 4, 2013 :grouphug: :grouphug: Praying. :grouphug: :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hunter's Moon Posted February 4, 2013 Share Posted February 4, 2013 You must be a wreck! Hugs and good thoughts! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bzymom Posted February 4, 2013 Share Posted February 4, 2013 Praying. :grouphug: :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sheryl Posted February 4, 2013 Share Posted February 4, 2013 Christina, Just said a prayer! As you may remember my dd has controlled epilepsy. She has been seizure free for years (on meds). I don't recall - is she on meds? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crafty Mathy Mom Posted February 4, 2013 Share Posted February 4, 2013 Praying. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
k2bdeutmeyer Posted February 4, 2013 Share Posted February 4, 2013 Of course! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reflections Posted February 4, 2013 Share Posted February 4, 2013 Oh, wow, :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justamouse Posted February 4, 2013 Share Posted February 4, 2013 Prayers! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starr Posted February 4, 2013 Share Posted February 4, 2013 I'm so sorry. :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tammyla Posted February 4, 2013 Share Posted February 4, 2013 :grouphug: Prayers :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Ali in OR Posted February 4, 2013 Share Posted February 4, 2013 Praying for you. We live with seizures too. Hugs to you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Freckles Posted February 4, 2013 Share Posted February 4, 2013 I will be praying. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiramisu Posted February 4, 2013 Share Posted February 4, 2013 :grouphug:Prayers going up! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whereneverever Posted February 4, 2013 Share Posted February 4, 2013 :grouphug: Are they medicating her to stop the seizures? Another seizure mom here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
QueenCat Posted February 5, 2013 Share Posted February 5, 2013 Prayers here! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happi duck Posted February 5, 2013 Share Posted February 5, 2013 :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
speedmom4 Posted February 5, 2013 Share Posted February 5, 2013 Prayers coming your way! Elise in NC Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anne in CA Posted February 5, 2013 Share Posted February 5, 2013 Praying. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Catwoman Posted February 5, 2013 Share Posted February 5, 2013 Praying here, Chris!!! :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TravelingChris Posted February 5, 2013 Author Share Posted February 5, 2013 No. she is not on any medicine for seizures, I think it is because the neurologist who referred her to the Epilepsy Level 4 center at UAB is really unsure that she has epilepsy versus seizures from some other cause like a brain infection or something. Her seizures have been getting worse and I am going to call the Center to get on a waiting list for a cancellation since she is not due to be seen until late March. SHe was in the ER about two weeks ago because she had a seizure that left a big lump on her head and since she was cutting strawberries when it happened, apparently she cut her leg while seizing and needed stitches. I will have to tell her fiancee that if something happens to her like today, he needs to call an ambulance. We have military insurance and it would cover it. He delayed taking her because she was awaking and being totally confused as to who he was and who she was and when he wanted to take her to the hospital, she thought she was being kidnapped. She is very confused sometimes when she awakes but never as bad as that so I am very worried about what happened to her brain as a result of the fall. I still haven't heard from either of them as to what has happened at the hospital. I am going to wait a while longer and call him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Ewe Mama Posted February 5, 2013 Share Posted February 5, 2013 Praying for you, your dd and her medical team.. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twinmami01 Posted February 5, 2013 Share Posted February 5, 2013 Prayers for your daughter. Both my boys have a history of seizures, so I understand the seriousness and how scary it is. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unsinkable Posted February 5, 2013 Share Posted February 5, 2013 Postictal confusion, agitation and headache are common. So is slurring of words, "mushy" sounding speech, etc. Increased seizures and seizing for 3 hours need to be addressed. It could lead to something called status epilepticus, which is life threatening. There is no way in hell I wouldn't be with my DD if she was going through an episode like this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woodhaven Posted February 5, 2013 Share Posted February 5, 2013 How terrifying! I'll be praying for your daughter AND that the doctors figure out what is going on quickly! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mlktwins Posted February 5, 2013 Share Posted February 5, 2013 Praying here!!! :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lllll Posted February 5, 2013 Share Posted February 5, 2013 :grouphug: and praying, Chris. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mamatohaleybug Posted February 5, 2013 Share Posted February 5, 2013 BTDT. Much empathy is sent your direction. My DD has a ton a neurological issues and it can be frightening and frustrating trying to figure things out. I'm praying for your DD and for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cindy in FL. Posted February 5, 2013 Share Posted February 5, 2013 Scary! Praying for your daughter. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sheryl Posted February 5, 2013 Share Posted February 5, 2013 Chris, Forgive me if this is repetitive, but "usually" it's protocol to run several tests after the attack which caused admittance to the hospital. When my dd had her grand mal she was rushed by ambulance (we were at Bible Study!!) to the hospital. During the course of a week or two they tested her blood and ran a ct-scan. Two or more seizures defines epilepsy so I'd be VERY PROACTIVE in choosing tests, medical facility, doctor, etc. as much as you can. All of this to add that they are testing for a concussion? As a pp stated, intermittent seizures for 3 hours is excessive. Chris, at this point I'd ask for an eeg. I don't remember if she's had one. There are ambulatory eeg's (patient wears an electrode and battery pack for almost 24 hours) and sleep deprived (up for most of the night for 1 night). Truly, if she hasn't had an eeg, it seems like it is VERY necessary. Hope this does NOT scare you. As you can see that I'm joined by other Moms on this board who have dc with epilepsy. I'm sure they would agree that it's more manageable all around to deal with the known of epilepsy (IF that's the case) than an unknown. However, they may not diagnose epilepsy after that, but it would be good to just "know". Then again, the legal definition of epilepsy as stated above. In any event, prayers and hugs to you. Keep us posted. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atozmom Posted February 5, 2013 Share Posted February 5, 2013 Praying! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thescrappyhomeschooler Posted February 5, 2013 Share Posted February 5, 2013 Saying a prayer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catwoman Posted February 5, 2013 Share Posted February 5, 2013 Can you go and be with her, Chris? How far away is she? :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Halftime Hope Posted February 5, 2013 Share Posted February 5, 2013 praying for you and for both of them. I'm so sorry! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whereneverever Posted February 5, 2013 Share Posted February 5, 2013 Postictal confusion, agitation and headache are common. So is slurring of words, "mushy" sounding speech, etc. Increased seizures and seizing for 3 hours need to be addressed. It could lead to something called status epilepticus, which is life threatening. There is no way in hell I wouldn't be with my DD if she was going through an episode like this. Yes, this is what I meant. They need to get them stopped. My dd has had status ep and almost died- it's a medical emergency. I hope they can get the seizures stopped ASAP. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Twigs Posted February 5, 2013 Share Posted February 5, 2013 :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mergath Posted February 5, 2013 Share Posted February 5, 2013 I will have to tell her fiancee that if something happens to her like today, he needs to call an ambulance. We have military insurance and it would cover it. He delayed taking her because she was awaking and being totally confused as to who he was and who she was and when he wanted to take her to the hospital, she thought she was being kidnapped. She is very confused sometimes when she awakes but never as bad as that so I am very worried about what happened to her brain as a result of the fall. I'm guessing there isn't much that can reassure you at this point, but I have epilepsy with full-blown grand mal seizures, and there was one particularly bad seizure where I woke up and didn't recognize my own mother. A day later and I was perfectly fine. So it is possible she didn't suffer any kind of brain injury, and it's just normal confusion. I hope they figure all this out. I'll keep your family in my thoughts. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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momto5blessings Posted February 5, 2013 Share Posted February 5, 2013 Prayed. Pamela Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jennifer in MI Posted February 5, 2013 Share Posted February 5, 2013 Wow! I will be praying! My son had one seizure. Once. He woke up in the er and didn't recognize me. He couldn't talk. It was horrific! He doesn't remember it now, thank god! I will pray for your daughter. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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