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How Clumsy Are You?
Wed, 09/13/2006 - 14:21Out of curiosity, how many of you are clumsy because of your seizures? When I am having SPS and go what I term 'a little spacey', if I am holding anything, I have a tendency to drop it. Another example that is common with me, is managing to stumble and trip up on the straight floor of my kitchen, while standing still, first thing in the morning, where SPS are really common with me.
It's infuriating because it's rarely seen by people around me as anything other than me not paying attention (oh how familiar it sounds to my teacher in primary school when I would space out!) but I'm certain it's part of seizing.
Any thoughts?
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Re: How Clumsy Are You?
Submitted by joluvsmax on Tue, 2006-09-19 - 17:01
super super clumsy!
I just try to laugh it off - like I have bad eye hand coordination
But I know it's mostly the medicine
I've pretty much gotten used to it. Peoplpe just think I'm kind of a clutz - that I can live with
Re: Re: How Clumsy Are You?
Submitted by Mark Janjigian on Thu, 2006-09-21 - 15:25
I come across as being clumsy also. I suppose I am, but in a strange way - I make the spectacular reflex/reaction plays, but blow the easy ones. I guess it's a lack of sustained focus, probably the meds. It's frustrating, especially when stuff gets broken - but only a minor inconvenience.
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Submitted by Bloodyrose on Sat, 2006-09-16 - 18:36
*sends hugs back* You are more than welcome. I always think it's nice to talk to other people who have the same experiences - it's a little easier to handle.