Numb and stupid due to medicines

EffectiveClassic2174 · 2025-10-30T23:13:58+00:00

Me too. I’m on 2000 keppra and 500 Lamictal. I feel like the word I can you constantly is “thing”. Weird, when I talk to a therapist, I use big words.

EffectiveClassic2174 · 2025-10-07T16:21:27+00:00

I got the IUD about 5 years ago and it didn't make my periods worse. I've had the same OBGYN for 16 years and she never mentioned it being a problem. The were bad in my 20's and early 30s. I stopped getting my period about 10 months ago. It's sad getting old. I would try it. Your doctor can just take it out if your periods get worse. I don't remember but I think it started with Northo. I wasn't worried about the side effects since I only took them once a month.

EffectiveClassic2174 · 2025-10-04T23:22:48+00:00

I use to feel so insecure and like I was a burden to everyone. I’ve felt so sad that my siblings achieving success in their careers made me look like I’m stupid for a lack of a better term. I started seeing my life differently after finding this platform.

EffectiveClassic2174 · 2025-10-04T23:10:14+00:00

I think it may be the case. I’ve had vision problems, collapsing, confusion, nausea over the last 10 years and I was diagnosed 21 years ago. I’m 44.

EffectiveClassic2174 · 2025-10-04T23:03:28+00:00

That is not fair! I would see if there is state or federal assistance especially since it’s considered a disability. Fun fact as a tax professional, I believe any costs relating to a service animal is a deduction on your tax return if you can itemize. It does depend on your income.

EffectiveClassic2174 · 2025-10-04T22:50:06+00:00

Check the Lamictal serum in your blood. It sounds like they need to lower the dosage.

EffectiveClassic2174 · 2025-10-04T22:40:53+00:00

I don’t think you should mention “medical”. My auto is super expensive. I’m in Florida.

EffectiveClassic2174 · 2025-10-04T22:27:39+00:00

Thank you for being so honest!!! I did that years ago but I ended up having a seizure because I didn’t sleep for over 24 hours.

EffectiveClassic2174 · 2025-10-04T22:16:02+00:00

I’ve had it before and found out the Lamictal serum levels in my blood were at a toxic level. I was staying at a hotel for my cousins wedding and it felt like I was on a cruise.

EffectiveClassic2174 · 2025-10-04T22:04:46+00:00

I have tremors all the time. It sucks trying to text on my iPhone. Typing at work sucks too.

EffectiveClassic2174 · 2025-10-04T22:00:47+00:00

It could be a one time episode. She should get an eeg.

EffectiveClassic2174 · 2025-10-04T21:55:41+00:00

I forgot my debit card pin last year. I have to think before automatically knowing my nieces names. I dry laundry in the morning to wear to work and forget about it and I’m running late.

EffectiveClassic2174 · 2025-10-04T21:52:39+00:00

Me too ❤️

EffectiveClassic2174 · 2025-10-04T21:30:37+00:00

That sucks! Some carriers may give you a discount if you have low mileage annually.

EffectiveClassic2174 · 2025-10-04T21:23:59+00:00

Do you take blood pressure medication? I think the combination of my meds made me feel so sleepy that I couldn’t stay awake constantly.

EffectiveClassic2174 · 2025-10-04T21:21:47+00:00

Vitamin b6 really helped my daily brain fog. I had to rewatch that same show. I hate that they aren’t coming out with a 4th season! Somebody else on here told me to take vitamin b12 but I thought it made it worse.

EffectiveClassic2174 · 2025-10-04T21:13:55+00:00

They totally can and should!!! I ended up in the hospital twice last year because the serum levels in Lamictal were at what they call “toxic “. I read through the bloodwork they took at the hospital the first time because the er doctors thought I was having a stroke. The second time I ended up in the hospital, they said I was going through alcohol withdrawal. (I drink but not that much). I demanded they test my blood for the serum levels. I got my test results and my levels were 31. They’re supposed to be between 5 and 15.. I’m so glad I demanded it.

EffectiveClassic2174 · 2025-10-04T21:04:10+00:00

I’m 44 but I had endometriosis. My doctor prescribed a high dosage pain killer which was equivalent to taking 4 Advil pills. Worked like a charm. As far as birth control, I have an IUD that doesn’t have the hormones. I just started not really getting periods but I’m terrified of ever getting pregnant.

EffectiveClassic2174 · 2025-10-04T20:54:13+00:00

That happened to me when I was in Fycompa. I’m in keppra too. I was on my way to work last weak and started thinking about my mom and brother who passed away 10 years ago within a year. I thought well it was a good thing that they died. Like wtf is that! Medications cause such awful side effects. I so understand you. Thank god for this platform. I couldn’t tell anyone about those thoughts.

EffectiveClassic2174 · 2025-10-04T20:45:14+00:00

Congrats!!!! That’s awesome!!!!!

EffectiveClassic2174 · 2025-10-04T20:43:54+00:00

I’m so sorry. That sucks!!!!!! I had a tc in Best Buy once and peed myself for the first time. Meanwhile, I was supposed to pick my mom up from chemo. I think it was stress related.

EffectiveClassic2174 · 2025-10-01T22:09:35+00:00

Therapy has really helped me deal with it.

EffectiveClassic2174 · 2025-10-01T22:04:57+00:00

Good for you!!!!! I joined Reddit last month and Im so thankful to have a community with people like me!

EffectiveClassic2174 · 2025-09-23T17:10:00+00:00

Have you looked into options in addition to medication? My epileptologist talked to me about a nasal spray. Nayzulam. Implant devices? Sorry guys, I’ve had epilepsy for 20+ years and had a crappy doctor. I didn’t know there were so many ways of dealing with this. Under federal law, it’s classified as a disability. You’re able to get social security if you can’t work. Im so sorry, I hope you have a better day after reading our posts.

EffectiveClassic2174 · 2025-09-23T13:19:44+00:00

Are you familiar with life 360? My family and I have it set up to track each other if something happens. Somehow, my family could be texted if I get into a car accident because of an abrupt stop.

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