Community Forum Archive
The Epilepsy Community Forums are closed, and the information is archived. The content in this section may not be current or apply to all situations. In addition, forum questions and responses include information and content that has been generated by epilepsy community members. This content is not moderated. The information on these pages should not be substituted for medical advice from a healthcare provider. Experiences with epilepsy can vary greatly on an individual basis. Please contact your doctor or medical team if you have any questions about your situation. For more information, learn about epilepsy or visit our resources section.
sleep deprivation eeg
Sun, 01/15/2006 - 14:56hi every one can any one tell me what a sleep deprivation eeg is and what it entails? i know i should of asked more questions when i saw my neuro but it was one of those moments when everything goes woozy cheers bevsx
Comments
Hi bevs. It's Ok, I'm sure
Submitted by happycat2 on Tue, 2006-01-24 - 23:38
Hi bevs.
It's Ok, I'm sure we all have had those moments (some of us more than others.) when seeing the neuro. Med changes are usually the time that happens, and I know you are having misgivings over your med change. Clip's explanation of why a sleep eeg is done covers the bases, in answering the question you asked. The electroencephalogram (EEG) is a non-invasive procedure that provides information about the health and function of the brain. Sleep and sleep deprivation are often used in EEG testing to look for seizure activity. This link gives a clearer picture. It can fill you in on what you need to know, and what to do before you go for the test. I'm sure you know all this, but it might help to be reminded?
Patient Preparation
The patient should not consume coffee, tea or soft drinks with caffeine for 24 hours before the test.
The patient needs to eat regular meals.
The patient needs to continue taking prescribed medication regularly, unless otherwise instructed by their personal physician.
The patient should have clean hair, free from hairsprays, oils and other such dressings.
The patient must stay up all night the evening before the test to ensure adequate sleep deprivation.
It is mandatory that the patient have someone available to drive them to and from the appointment.
http://www.virginiamason.org/dbNeurophysiology/sec1820.htm
If it's not been mentioned already ( I think it has, and more than once.) a reminder that a clear EEG doesn't mean you don't have seizures. Just means the need for more testing.
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/query.fcgi?cmd=Retrieve&db=PubMed&list_uids=2111070&dopt=Abstract
Good luck with the testing, the med change, and hang in there.
Cat.
Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: sleep deprivation eeg
Submitted by txrhb1 on Mon, 2006-01-23 - 01:16
Maybe I missed a post, but wanted to check and see how your son's EEG went? Hope all is well. ((( hugs ))), Barbie *************************************** "We are each of us angels with only one wing, and we can fly only by embracing each other." -lucian de crescenzo