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Epilepsy surgery
Mon, 10/09/2017 - 21:48Topic: Surgery and Devices
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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I am wondering how you are
Submitted by AuntMabel on Sun, 2017-10-29 - 13:46
I am wondering how you are doing now Adam for someone who has what sounds like the same surgery my son will have? If you can keep us all posted.
Anybody have any updates on
Submitted by Kmilluh on Fri, 2017-12-15 - 09:49
Anybody have any updates on their temporal lobectomy surgeries? I’m having one next eeek and would love some feedback on the recovery process from real experiences!
Hi,My son is 16 and has right
Submitted by AuntMabel on Sun, 2017-10-29 - 13:46
Hi,My son is 16 and has right mesial temperol lobe sclerosis and temporal lobe epilepsy. I have been reading the stories on here so I feel like I have found my people.My neurologist wants my son to get a temporal lobectomy because he is telling me his life will improve dramatically as he is having 3-4 seizures per day and they will continue to worsen over time. My son wants the surgery but am very worried, actually- I am terrified.I want to make sure the Doctor who performs the surgery is a doctor that has the best track record for performing this procedure.We live in Tennessee so LeBonhuer Childrens hospital epilepsy center has been recommended. I am hoping you all can tell me where you went and what was recommended and what kind of research you did to make sure you found the right place.I trust my nuerologist and I know the outcome of more seizures can be equally harmful and limit a normal life. I am sure this was a concern for everyone who has faced this decision for themselves or their child and I am desperatley seeking feedback.Thanks,Laura