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Constant head pressure
Tue, 07/16/2019 - 03:17Hello everyone!
I was diagnosed with complex partial seizures 2 years ago. I am currently between neurologists.
So for the past few months, I have been having constant pressure on my brain, accompanied with light headedness and severe eye pressure and pain, to the point where they feel like they are going to pop out of my head.
Does anybody know what this is or, experience it? I have 3 kids and it is getting to the point where I can't keep living like this.
Hi Jennyv, Thanks so much for
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 2019-07-16 - 13:19
Hi Jennyv, Thanks so much for posting, it’s sounds like you’ve been through a lot. It’s important that you discuss your concerns anychanges in seizure types, frequency, behaviors, side effects and symptoms to your healthcare team to determine what individual treatment is best for you. https://www.epilepsy.com/sites/core/files/atoms/files/pg2L_HealthCareVisits_09-2018.pdf For information regarding second opinions. or assistance finding a specialist please visit : https://www.epilepsy.com/learn/diagnosis/you-and-your-healthcare-team/second-opinionshttps://www.epilepsy.com/living-epilepsy/find-epilepsy-specialist&https://www.epilepsy.com/affiliatesYou may also contact our Epilepsy and Seizures 24/7 Helpline: 1-800-332-1000, contactus@efa.org epilepsy.com/helpline, where a trained information specialist can connect you to resources, provide referrals and additional support. To help prepare for your visit with your doctor visit: https://www.epilepsy.com/sites/core/files/atoms/files/717QHT_QuestionsHealthcareTeam_05-2019.pdf For more information about complex partial seizures & safety please visit: https://www.epilepsy.com/learn/types-seizures/focal-onset-impaired-awareness-seizures-aka-complex-partial-seizureshttps://www.epilepsy.com/learn/seizure-first-aid-and-safety/adapting-first-aid-plans/first-aid/first-aid-focal-impaired It is important to recognize that epilepsy is more than just seizures, overall wellbeing and emotional health is just as important: https://www.epilepsy.com/living-epilepsy/healthy-living/emotional-health The Wellness Institute: epilepsy.com/wellness ,has many helpful and easy-to-use tips & resources for maintaining a healthy lifestyle and maximizing the quality of life for you & your family. For practical & effective strategies to enhance your well-being, learn more here: https://www.epilepsy.com/living-epilepsy/toolbox/wellness-support-tools Additionally, there are plenty of things you can do to reduce these feelings and manage your epilepsy: https://www.epilepsy.com/learn/managing-your-epilepsyCreate a seizure response or action plan, which is a helpful tool for those close to you understand what do if you have a seizure: https://www.epilepsy.com/living-epilepsy/toolbox/seizure-formsTracking your seizures, record your medical history, medications, side effects, moods, or other personal experiences, using a diary:https://www.epilepsy.com/living-epilepsy/epilepsy-foundation-my-seizure-diaryHave a seizure alert device: https://www.epilepsy.com/sites/core/files/atoms/files/DAS100_Seizure_Alert_Devices_09-2018_FINAL2.pdf