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accident during seizures

Sat, 02/18/2006 - 21:35
Hello, My four year old son had a staring seizure tonight, but this time he wet his pants (which he never does anymore) has anyone heard of this? Should I be worried that they are getting worse? Thanks for any info

Comments

Re: accident during seizures

Submitted by tracymac2 on Sat, 2006-02-18 - 21:46
yes dont worry im 33 and have had a few experiences of loss of bladder control during a fit its embarrassing but learn to live with it xx

Re: Re: accident during seizures

Submitted by helenpe1 on Sat, 2006-02-18 - 23:30
As unpleasant as this obviously is, it is not uncommon to lose bladder control during a grand mal seizure. I had a grand mal 2 nights ago and it happened to me, not for the first time unfortunately I might add. I am 41 years old. It doesn't mean that things are getting worse. You do learn to live with it, although it is very embarassing. Hopefully, with your son being so young, the embarassment won't be so bad. Hang in there, my heart goes out to you - try not to worry too much - I know that's hard for a Mom! Helen

Re: Re: accident during seizures

Submitted by Mammt on Sun, 2006-02-19 - 12:53
Thanks for replying! :)

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