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Originally Posted by kjc  Seizures happen when the signals in the brain misfire. When my DD has a seizure, I make contact with her, talk to her about recent home events, hold her hand, rub her arms and legs, sometimes I put a cold compress on her forehead or the back of her neck. I believe it helps her, as it can be scary for her, during the seizure and when she first comes out of it. I also believe it helps the seizure end sooner. She can usually respond to a degree during a seizure, and I believe my talking and asking her questions helps her brain to try to focus on other things. I figure the more neurons I can keep engaged, the less control the seizure will get. Just a theory, though.
The doctors did explain that no medication will completely control or prevent her seizures, it is only meant to limit them and the frequency that they occur. The meds will stop them completely when increased, but then we are dealing with 'quality of life' issues, so we have come to accept partial control over them, allowing her more ability to engage in everyday activities. She has seizures about twice a month, from 2 or more a week. So we're good with that. I remember reading about the ice cream.. will check it out further. |
Great tips, and this is what I thought too, as far as medication lessening the severity and frequency. I think you find the proper dosage that minimizes side effects, but you'll still have seizures. I'm so sorry you have to go through this, it must be terrifying. Kathy, I would send the breeder this, if she hasn't seen it already, this really is a good video for showing exactly what's happening.