November is USA Epilepsy Awareness Month!
Causes for Epilepsy DiagnosisUnfortunately, for some there is no known cause of diagnosis. These common causes below can trigger a seizure instantly, days, months, or even years later. How Breathing Affects Seizures
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TreatmentsCurrently, there is said to be no cure.
Instead, there are many man-made medications and natural remedies that attempt to reduce the occurrence of seizures. Interested in CBD Oil? Contact Realm of Caring for help. Besides medicinal treatment, coping emotionally is very important. Seizure TriggersThese triggers are for everyone, not just for those currently diagnosed with epilepsy.
Common Triggers: Stress (Emotional, Mental, Physical) Lack of Sleep, Bright/Flashing Lights, Alcohol, Drugs, Nicotine, Exhaustion, Dehydration, Overexertion, Overthinking, Aggression, Missed Medication, Caffeine, Hormones, Low Blood Sugar, High Blood Sugar, High Temperature, Low Temperature, High Blood Pressure, Low Blood Pressure, Dizziness, Nausea, Scents, Music/Sounds, A Specific Time of Day, Certain Foods, Even some Stimulating Herbs like Rosemary & Sage |
Can one feel a seizure coming?Yes & No
Some have "auras". It is a personal sign that one is coming. This aura is different for everyone. It can be a little twitch, a weird smell, absolutely anything. Sadly, many receive no warning signs. |
When one suffers a seizure, is he/she aware?Yes & No
Are all seizures because of a "trigger"?No, seizures are because of overactive nerves. A person can have overactive nerves while sitting and doing absolutely nothing .
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Alongside seizures, how does epilepsy affect one's life?
Every Epilepsy Fighter has their own story. Different types of seizures affect different parts of the brain.
Below are just a few effects that epilepsy can have on a fighter's life.
Below are just a few effects that epilepsy can have on a fighter's life.
Can Affect One's:
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How can I tell if a person is having or is about to have a seizure? What are the signs?
It can range from extreme body shaking, as seen in movies (grand mal seizure) to simply calmly staring into space for a few seconds (absence seizure). Some may be unaware that they had/are having a seizure.
Common Signs:
Depending on the seizure type and the person, the signs may differ.
Common Signs:
Depending on the seizure type and the person, the signs may differ.
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Note: It has similar signs to being electrocuted by a power plug because a seizure is electrocution inside the brain.
What do I do if someone is having a seizure?
DO NOT PLACE ANYTHING IN THE MOUTH!
Place Person on their Side & Cushion their Head.
Seizures usually last 1-3 minutes. However, if 5+ minutes please call 911 because the person may need oxygen to stop it (Exchange Breathing)! Everyone's Body is Different; What Works for One May Not for Another! Increasing Oxygen to the Brain helps some! Alternate Nostril Breathe when one feels an aura! Tapping the top of the head (GV20) & middle of the chest (CV17) with one's fingertips helps to calm the seizures of some! Inhaling Lavender Oil and/or Frankincense Oil helps some (rub drops of oils on tip/bottom of nose to smell during the seizure)! Rub oil on body (bottom of nose for the person to inhale, temples, armpits, behind ears, neck, palms, feet bottom, and/or chest). Vagus Nerve Stimulation helps some: Stimulate/Massage/Press Down On/Tap Acupoints PC6, CV17, Gv20, HT7, ST36, LU7, and/or Auricular/Ear Points (cymba concha, tragus, & cavum concha)!
Place Person on their Side & Cushion their Head.
Seizures usually last 1-3 minutes. However, if 5+ minutes please call 911 because the person may need oxygen to stop it (Exchange Breathing)! Everyone's Body is Different; What Works for One May Not for Another! Increasing Oxygen to the Brain helps some! Alternate Nostril Breathe when one feels an aura! Tapping the top of the head (GV20) & middle of the chest (CV17) with one's fingertips helps to calm the seizures of some! Inhaling Lavender Oil and/or Frankincense Oil helps some (rub drops of oils on tip/bottom of nose to smell during the seizure)! Rub oil on body (bottom of nose for the person to inhale, temples, armpits, behind ears, neck, palms, feet bottom, and/or chest). Vagus Nerve Stimulation helps some: Stimulate/Massage/Press Down On/Tap Acupoints PC6, CV17, Gv20, HT7, ST36, LU7, and/or Auricular/Ear Points (cymba concha, tragus, & cavum concha)!
A neurologist once told me that the brain is very complex, it literally "does what it wants".
This makes treating epilepsy simply a realm of trial and error.
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