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Epilepsy surgery

Mon, 10/09/2017 - 21:23
Hello guys i just underwent my epilepsy surgery on sept 30 on my right temporal lobe surgeon said everything went a success I'm here sharing my story i was diagnosed with epilepsy when i was 13 im now 23 n had to undergo surgery due to the 3 meds not working i been home for about 3 days having a lil head pain since they had to operate but i was wondering when that will end. my vision, language, or memory doesn't seem to be affected but im little off balance but its coming back to normal i go back for my first follow up on oct 20 .but my main concern is how long this swelling will last and what will be the best activities exercises i can do to speed up my recovery and to be able to finally work n drive.thank you your help n support

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