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I have a VNS need help on side effects
Mon, 10/30/2006 - 03:21Topic: New to Epilepsy.com
Im 37 years old, Ive had the VNS for 3 1/2 years. Ive had G.I problems and just found out that my left vocal cord dosent work anymore do to the current of the VNS. It has slowed down my seizures but the side effects are taking there toll on me. If there is anybody that can tell me if there is anymore side effects i need to look out for.
Thank You, Mike Green
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Re: Re: Re: I have a VNS need help on side effects
Submitted by banditte1 on Mon, 2006-11-13 - 10:32
The mag.I have just started using it here in the last couple of months.When I just get a rush or heat flash, I zap myself.It works I can feel it kick in. Hang in there and don't ever give up O.K.
banditte1
Re: I have a VNS need help on side effects
Submitted by angel_lts on Mon, 2006-10-30 - 12:51
Mike,
I got sleep apnea from the VNS. It is turned off but I can turn it on when I need it with the magnet. It didnt help much with the seizures. I just use it now for my security blanket. I or my family can swipe it when I need to.
Sorry to hear about your vocal cord problem. Hope things get better
take care
Lisa
http://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/epilepsyapproach/
Re: Re: I have a VNS need help on side effects
Submitted by vidacious on Mon, 2006-11-13 - 07:51
Hi cath_y, I like you, had my VNS implanted in 2005. October to be exact. It has lessened my seizure activity some, but they still happen quite alot, I've NEVER been able to use the magnet in time. So that's a total waste. My throat gets dry and hoarse more so than not. Next up, Nov. 21 is right temporal lobectomy. I'm very nervous right now, but read- ing the success story of your surgery gives me all the confidence in the world and I really thank you for that !