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looking for info/Portland OR/15 mo old child

Thu, 12/02/2004 - 11:56
Hi My name is Michelle. My 15 month old son was diagnosed with epilepsy early this morning. We have an appointment to see a ped neuro here in town on the 17th, but I was wondering if anyone had any good referrals for a second opinion. My ex husband refuses to believe that anything is wrong, even though all tests are positive. He is trying to turn this into something about himself (typical of him), instead of focusing on our son. My ex's brother is epileptic also, so his family is no stranger to this situation. My ex monster in law has him convinced that children as young as 15 months cannot possibly have epilepsy (ha!). If anyone has any referrals for the Portland, Oregon area, it's much appreciated.Michelle & Ryan

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RE: looking for info/Portland OR/15 mo old child

Submitted by KimS on Thu, 2004-12-02 - 11:56
Im not familiar with anyone in the Portland are but if you dont mind travel the Epilepsy Clinic at Harborview - University of Washington in Seattle is a great place to go.Kim

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