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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: Seizures caused by fluorescent lighting?
Submitted by whacky brain waves on Wed, 2007-05-16 - 13:26
I have photosensitivity seizures which are set off by strobes or flashing lights. Though correctly operating flourescent lights do not bother me - there are some that are slightly flickering because the ballast is going out or the fixture has a bad connection. It happened a few months back when at the grocery store and the deli bulb was slightly flickering behind the counter. It was like tiny little shock waves going through me. You might do some reasearch on photosensitivity seizures. It does not affect everyone, but if you are sensitive to it,it can really be a challenge.
Re: Re: Seizures caused by fluorescent lighting?
Submitted by jitterbug on Wed, 2007-05-16 - 15:47
Lights do bother me, I can relate, I was just diagnosed with myoclonic jerks, and I also suffer migraines. I thought I was crazy when I went somewhere and I felt like the light bulbs were pulling my eyes right out of my head. It very often triggers migraines for me.
Re: Seizures caused by fluorescent lighting?
Submitted by Hiram Silva on Fri, 2007-05-11 - 17:06
Hi All, I had my first seizure at Wal-Mart. I was looking for a blender and I woke up in the hospital! I went to wal mart again a week after the first seizure and nothing happened, but a month later I went back and I felt really bad. I ran out and nothing happenned, but I think the lights at these stores are waaay to bright. I have fluorescent lights at home and nothing happens to me. Perhaps is wise to stay away. I'll save money and stay on my feet! LOL Hiram