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Living With Epilepsy
Living With Epilepsy
How to live when you have or someone you love has epilepsy
Living with someone who has epilepsy or if you have epilepsy yourself is
somewhat difficult, but it is extremely do-able.
Though there are bumps along the way, nothing is really impossible as long as
one is clearly focused and intent on living a normal and natural way, with or
without epilepsy.
The following are some of the issues people with epilepsy usually encounter, as
well as some helpful advice to make life as productive as possible.
An epilepsy diagnosis has implications in one’s life that extend to work,
relationships and school. Epilepsy need not be a condition that is
debilitating. Managing it is best for one’s self and especially for those that
are around you.
Know what triggers your epilepsy
Believe it or not, one’s lifestyle has a tremendous influence on how and when
seizures occur.
It has been shown that one in about twenty people who has epilepsy is actually
sensitive to lights that are flashing.
Seizures could also be induced by TV programs, strobe lights and video games.
There are also people whose seizures are brought about by excessive drinking of
alcohol; drugs that are recreational in nature and from sleep lack.
Stress also plays a part in increasing the frequency of seizures.
Be safe anywhere and everywhere
There are certain situations that are high risk for someone with epilepsy. Some
of these activities are scuba diving, mountain climbing, hang-gliding, and so
should very well be avoided. However, it is important that life should not be
restricted when one has epilepsy.
Swimming is possible, however it is vital that someone is knowledgeable of
epilepsy and knows the exact thing to do when a seizure does occur.
The attendant of the pool must also be informed.
When inside the home, showers are actually a lot safer compared to the bath.
However, baths should be shallow and that the door to the bathroom must always
be unlocked when someone with epilepsy is taking a bath.
Guards should also be used in open fires, cookers and radiators. Also, using a
microwave is a lot more advisable compared to using cookers.
Also, if you observe that your seizures have caused you to fall a lot more
times, using a helmet for protection is extremely advisable.
Using alarms that are automatically triggered by such falls is especially
important for those people with epilepsy who live alone.
First aid for those with epilepsy
When a seizure does occur, the best way to handle it is by moving any dangerous
or lethal objects a good distance from the person who has the seizures.
Immediately move the epileptic person if he or she is in a very dangerous place
such as on a road or at the top stairs.
Be with the person having the seizures until their full recovery.
When a convulsion does occur, make sure that you monitor just how long these
seizures last. This is because such prolonged seizures could require immediate
medical help.
Also, it is important that nothing be placed inside the mouth of the person
having the seizure. There is really no danger of the person swallowing their
own tongue, though placing an object inside the person’s mouth could damage the
teeth.
What is necessary is placing a pillow or anything soft under the head of the
person having the seizure in order to prevent any injury.
Restricting the movements brought about by the convulsions should be avoided as
this could hurt yourself or the person.
Any clothing that is too tight on the neck should be loosened. This includes
necklaces. Once the convulsion has subsided, turn that person to his left and
try to remain with that person until they are able to fully recover from the
seizure.
Nothing should obstruct their breathing.
However, if the convulsions are longer than 5 minutes or if the convulsions are
repeating themselves, it is best to contact an ambulance.
When driving, a person who has had a seizure must inform the DVLA or Driver
Vehicle Licensing Authority.
When at work, professions that are barred by the law as not for those who have
epilepsy include being a pilot for an aircraft, driver for an ambulance, taxi
driver, a seaman, armed service, fireman, and police officer.
All in all, epilepsy is manageable as long as you are prepared with the
necessary precautions to prevent it as well as know what to do once the seizures
occur.
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