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.
Seizures while sleeping? How can I tell if Im having them?
Thu, 04/24/2008 - 14:30Comments
Re: Seizures while sleeping? How can I tell if Im having them?
Submitted by cmunley86 on Mon, 2011-09-19 - 20:22
The last seizure I had was while I was sleeping. I woke up feeling really light headed and nauseous. I first thought I had a 24 hr bug, but realized that my arms/legs were hurting, and noticed that I had teeth marks in my tongue. :( Luckily, I was still in bed and I didn't need to go to the hospital. But, I did have to go another 6 months without driving. I will say I've been seizure-free for a year and a half now! I would go talk to your neurologist to have him decide. It sounds like you do have seizures at night. And like one person said on here, my seizures didn't have a known cause other than lack of sleep and stress. Best of luck to you!
The last seizure I had was while I was sleeping. I woke up feeling really light headed and nauseous. I first thought I had a 24 hr bug, but realized that my arms/legs were hurting, and noticed that I had teeth marks in my tongue. :( Luckily, I was still in bed and I didn't need to go to the hospital. But, I did have to go another 6 months without driving. I will say I've been seizure-free for a year and a half now! I would go talk to your neurologist to have him decide. It sounds like you do have seizures at night. And like one person said on here, my seizures didn't have a known cause other than lack of sleep and stress. Best of luck to you!
Re: Seizures while sleeping? How can I tell if Im having them?
Submitted by hoppy2 on Sun, 2011-09-18 - 17:25
I'll wake up in the middle of the night and my hand will be moving by itself. Then the next morning after 10 hours of sleep i'll be exhausted. It feels like i haven't slept at all.