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Emotional numbness - lamotrigine
Sun, 02/02/2020 - 06:32Topic: Medication Issues
I'm wondering about emotional numbness caused by lamotrigine, my wife has been using this drug for 3 years. Last week our dog died, it was her pet, we have had him for 11 years and it didn't faze her in the slightest. He was sick for a couple days and none of it seemed to really bother her.
Hi, Thank you for posting, we
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 2020-02-03 - 09:09
Hi, Thank you for posting, we are so sorry to hear about your dog. We are not able to determine if your wife’s reaction to the dog's illness and passing is related to her medication or not. Treatment and how the body may react to certain medications varies for each individual. It’s important that your addressing your concerns with her and her healthcare team to explore this further. To learn more about challenges with moods and medications associated with epilepsy, visit: https://www.epilepsy.com/learn/challenges-epilepsy/moods-and-behavior/medications-and-moodIt’s common for those who are in caregiver role to feel overwhelmed. It’s important to remember that you are not alone, and that you’re taking care of yourself and making your health and overall well-being a priority. https://www.epilepsy.com/sites/core/files/atoms/files/Caregivers%20factsheet.pdfSometimes it’s helpful to connect others who care for individuals living with epilepsy, to better help support you and your important role. The Epilepsy Foundation has many resources available that can help you find and build upon your support network. Contact your local Epilepsy Foundation, here: https://www.epilepsy.com/affiliates , to find support groups, events, and programs in your community, or contact our 24/7 Helpline: 1-800-332-1000, contactus@efa.org, where trained information specialists are available to answer your questions, offer help, hope, support, guidance, and access to national and local resources.epilepsy.com/helpline