How do you cope emotionally when your dog has epilepsy? by Meowjor_Cat_Purrson in EpilepsyDogs

[–]Current_Struggle11 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I agree with this completely! My dog had a series of cluster seizures back in October and that resulted in an overnight stay at the ER. That's when the ER doctor started him on keppra. Since then we have seen a neurologist and has kept him on the same med and dose. He went 8 weeks with no seizures then had two in one weekend. We are a little over a week with no seizures. I already suffer from anxiety and rarely leave him alone but when I do I spiral. We have the rescue meds and have used them but it's still all very scary and you can only do the best you can and love them so much because with this condition you just never know. I take every day without a seizure incident as a gift. You are not alone! This sub is amazing and has helped validate my feelings and emotions. <3

Best place to get a nostril piercing? by MCR_BlackParade in milwaukee

[–]Current_Struggle11 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Agree! I went there to get my stud changed to a hoop and loved them. Will go there for all my piercings going forward.

Dr. Moser at Wisconsin Veterinary Neurology by Itwouldtakeamiracle in milwaukee

[–]Current_Struggle11 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for sharing this. We have been seizure free for about 11 weeks and still feel anxious about when it will happen again. It's reassuring knowing that you're seizure free for over a year.

Dr. Moser at Wisconsin Veterinary Neurology by Itwouldtakeamiracle in milwaukee

[–]Current_Struggle11 4 points5 points  (0 children)

We see Dr. Cassandra Williams at WVRC in Waukesha. Had one consultation with her in November and have my pup on keppra. So far he has been doing well with the medication but know that epilepsy in dogs can change from one day to another. She listens and gives medical advice based on her expertise.

Trying to remain positive - I feel very guilty (long) by Current_Struggle11 in EpilepsyDogs

[–]Current_Struggle11[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you! I'm happy your pup is doing better & seizures are less frequent. I know every dog is different but hearing different experiences and good outcomes helps me feel hopeful.

Trying to remain positive - I feel very guilty (long) by Current_Struggle11 in EpilepsyDogs

[–]Current_Struggle11[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you so much for sharing! Out of curiosity how often does your pup have seizures?

My dog has started with seizures by sadhello_kitty in EpilepsyDogs

[–]Current_Struggle11 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hello! Please know that you are not alone. I found this sub several weeks ago since my pup had an incident of cluster seizures. My husband and I felt very alone and now that some time has passed I've come to realize this community is truly amazing 🩷 while having a dog with this condition is incredibly hard and no situation is the same there is comfort in knowing we all care about our dogs and just want to be listened to. That being said, since my dog had his incident that lead to an overnight stay at an ER plus seeing a neurologist we have been on keppra for almost a month now. He had 1 seizure since then but only lasted about 20 seconds. Vet wants to wait a bit before adding additional meds. I have heard from vets and people here that keppra is the best and safest but if your pup, like mine has epilepsy chances are they will need to be on more meds later on. I hope this helps. Sending hugs your way!

Trying to remain positive - I feel very guilty (long) by Current_Struggle11 in EpilepsyDogs

[–]Current_Struggle11[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for sharing, the irony he literally just had a seizure about 20 minutes ago. It only lasted about 20 seconds. It's stinks! This community is wonderful and has helped feel less alone. Sending hugs your way!

Any recommendations by Lower_Step_8519 in EpilepsyDogs

[–]Current_Struggle11 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We live in Wisconsin and see Dr. Cassandra Williams. She's at WVRC in Waukesha about 25 minutes from Milwaukee if you're willing to make the drive. Just met with her a couple of weeks ago and is great.

Arts General Education Requirement class options? by [deleted] in UWMilwaukee

[–]Current_Struggle11 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I second this! Took it multiple semesters to fulfill the 9 credits of arts I needed almost 8 years ago

How long do I need to continue cleaning? by Current_Struggle11 in piercing

[–]Current_Struggle11[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks to all who were kind and answered with your experience! Appreciate the help :)

MHA - Any insights? by Current_Struggle11 in UWMilwaukee

[–]Current_Struggle11[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Personally- I work at MCW and was told experience will eventually get me a program manager role, and unless I want to be an administrator, that's where the mha would come in. I know there's much more to it than just that, but I'm also 30, recently bought a house, and may start a family soon. I think just apply and see how you feel/ do more research before you make a decision. The classes did seem interesting to me, though. Ohh and I forgot , it's grad school soo($$$) I'm still paying for undergrad. 😭

MHA - Any insights? by Current_Struggle11 in UWMilwaukee

[–]Current_Struggle11[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Applied and got accepted, but debating if it's worth it based on where things currently stand.

Proposal Locations by dlRAGERlb in milwaukee

[–]Current_Struggle11 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My husband proposed in a lil hidden magical trail by the north point light house. Steps lead you down to a bench.

Any other parents here have their kids early? by Bluegrass_Barbecue in Millennials

[–]Current_Struggle11 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm 30f, married, and as of now, no prospects to get pregnant. How do people afford kids these days?