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Seizures caused by fluorescent lighting?
Mon, 04/30/2007 - 16:09I recently heard someone mention that fluorescent lighting can cause seizures for some people. Does anyone know if there is any truth to this? If it is true, it would be very hard if fluorescent lights were to replace the incandescent bulbs.
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Re: Re: Seizures caused by fluorescent lighting?
Submitted by bleedingheart on Wed, 2007-05-16 - 01:27
Thanks
I am well. And at my local epilepsy society, the epilepsy program coordinator said the centre had some special tinted glasses that are clinically proven to reduce the effect of lights that trigger seizures. She is giving members a chance to try them for a week and if they help possibly funding glasses for people who can use them.
I also met other members who have an issue with fluorescent lights and seizures. One of them wears the glasses and the other has yet to get her glasses.
Sunlight is a real benefit to me as I really cheer up when the sun is out. I work in the garden/horticultural industry, which helps.
Re: Seizures caused by fluorescent lighting?
Submitted by spaznurse on Fri, 2007-05-04 - 16:55
Hi guys..you know what is a trigger for me? Driving in a car with bright sunlght filtering rapidly through the trees...a 'strobe'- like effect...I have to cover my face fast! Wierd what sets us off, eh?
I'm just about to go back to work (in those fluorescent lights for the first time since my new dx of seizures) so will have to watch myself closely)
Be well everyone!
Deb aka spaznurse
Re: Seizures caused by fluorescent lighting?
Submitted by Xena on Tue, 2007-05-01 - 09:25
Fluorescent lighting doesn't bother me but something close to it...Those new blue headlights bother the hell out of me! It doesn't matter whether it's from oncoming traffic or from cars behind me. I think it bothered a lot of people so I don'tsee them too much but every once in a while I do and I practically have to shield my eyes...pretty tough when your driving. And really bright sunlight affects me too. Well you can replace the lights in your home, but if you work in an office, you can speak with the Facilities Management area to change the bulbs. If it's at your own desk, I don't see why you can't check them. Good luck and hope you're well. --Xena