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My FMIL had a seizure.

Original post by Shorty McBride

3, actually.

Today, yesterday, and now, in hindsight, she realizes that when she blacked out last month (she thought it was a migraine), it was actually another seizure.

She does not have any history of seizures, and the neurologists are doing a battery of tests to hopefully figure out why this is happening all of a sudden. She is not on any new medication (only a blood pressure pill that she's been on for at least a year)...nothing has changed in her diet or lifestyle.....its just strange.

Last month she went to the Dr. because she was losing her hair in circular patterns all over her head and was diagnosed with Alopecia Areata. (hair loss disorder- hair falls out VERY quickly, and in clumps - can be stress related.)

Now all of the Drs are wondering if the seizures and alopecia and sleeping problems she's been having are all signs of a bigger problem....

Neuro tests, blood tests, and MRIs are all to follow....

FH is taking things a little strangely....I wonder if he's scared, or if he just doesn't want to worry until there's a diagnosis, or I don't know.... Its just one of those days where I wish I could cheer him up, but its not working!

If you have a minute, please just send some good thoughts for a quick diagnosis and recovery.

Thank you!





jlu830 Posted:

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about what to get her...maybe write her a card of encouragement?...i'll think about it more and let you know
GwynethBride Posted:

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brittny817 Posted:

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Oh Nic I am so sorry to hear this

Three years ago out of nowhere my brother started having seizures (he was 20 at the time). He was in and out of the hospital and was finally diagnosed with Epilepsy. It's does stress us out and we worry more about him than we normally would but it is very treatable. He has been on Dilatin for about 2 years and hasn't had a seizure since.

My thoughts and prayers are with you sweetie
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dplehat Posted:

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I pray they find the problem and are able to fix it. . Other than hugs and prayers the only thing I have to offer is hair loss, seizures and sleep disturbances can be symptoms of autoimmune issues (i.e. Lupus). I am sure the doctors are testing for it. It is a difficult disease to Dx and can take years since there is not single definitive test. You and your fh family will be in my prayers during this difficult time.
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Think positively. Positive energy is so important right now. I hope that they discover whatever it may be. Best of luck to you both!
natseven Posted:

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I really hope its nothing serious!!!
chrissyandvin Posted:

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I am so sorry sweetie!!!! That is weird that you are saying this.. my best friend started having seizures last year and they have no clue why either!!!!!!
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Missladybug15 Posted:

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Nicole, she is in my prayers!
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my thoughts and prayers are with u shorty!!
CherylandCliff Posted:

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I am so sorry that you guys have to go through this, and you are in my thoughts.....my DH started having seizures when we were engaged and had no history either (he was 31). I have done SO much research since then and learned quite a bit, so feel free to FM me with ANY questions at all because I am full of answers. I don't know it all, but perhaps I can help if you run into any of the speed bumps that we did in our learning process.

Best of luck to your family.
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JassyandOscar Posted:

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Prayers are out to your FMIL that all goes well!!!

hunnybunnyxoxo Posted:

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i am so sorry!! i will keep her in my toughts and prayers!!!
Becks526 Posted:

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I'm so sorry to hear this. My heart and prayers are with you, FH, and his family.

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