Teddy had a Seizure

[BonBon]

Originally Posted by 107barney

Teddy has been doing great with no more seizures. His neurologist would like him to stay on his current dose of medication as he feels that five months without a seizure while on Zonisamide is very good.

Thanks to everyone who sent Teddy Bumpkins (and me) well wishes. We appreciate it very much

That is very good news!

I had you and Teddy in my thoughts and prayers Cathy. I just had a hard time returning to this thread, because Teddy's seizure reminded me so much of the ones Becca used to have. I'd forgotten that terrified, helpless feeling that we feel when the seizure starts.

Hugs for both you and Teddy,
Bonny

[EarthAngel]

Just saw your post and I sure am glad Teddy is doing well. I had a German Shepherd who got seizures very infrequently but when it would happen it would take all my strength not to fall apart while it was going on. I wanted to be calm for her. I pray Teddy will not have them again.

[Ladymom]

Originally Posted by 107barney

Teddy has been doing great with no more seizures. His neurologist would like him to stay on his current dose of medication as he feels that five months without a seizure while on Zonisamide is very good.

Thanks to everyone who sent Teddy Bumpkins (and me) well wishes. We appreciate it very much

Great news!

[AllDogBoots]

Originally Posted by 107barney

Teddy has been doing great with no more seizures. His neurologist would like him to stay on his current dose of medication as he feels that five months without a seizure while on Zonisamide is very good.

Thanks to everyone who sent Teddy Bumpkins (and me) well wishes. We appreciate it very much

Very good news. Five months without a seizure sure does sound successful

[Nancy1999]

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.

[Maximo]

I am very happy to read the good news about Teddy Bumpkins!

[orlnurse]

Glad to hear Teddy is doing better!

[Sweet Apple]

Happy to read the good news about Teddy

[jfalz73]

Glad to see the good news about Teddy as well! I hope he continues to be free of seizures!!

[Lisa and Pic]

Originally Posted by 107barney

Teddy has been doing great with no more seizures. His neurologist would like him to stay on his current dose of medication as he feels that five months without a seizure while on Zonisamide is very good.

Thanks to everyone who sent Teddy Bumpkins (and me) well wishes. We appreciate it very much

So glad sweet Teddy is doing well and the medicine is working. Hopefully he will be seizure free forever.

[_Chrissy_]

Praying for you both that the meds will keep working and he will have the least number of seizures that the meds can provide.

That was so scary to watch the video. I was crying at the end.
Hugs to you.

[beege]

Hi, So sorry you and Teddy had to go through this. It was hard to watch Teddy. I wish him luck,and I am glad he is feeling better. Beege

[_tico]

Sorry to hear Teddy has seizures Tico who will be 15 years old in June has had seizures since he was 1 year old. He had been on phenobarbital his entire life. It has not completely stopped them but the intensity and frequencies has lessened. We have tried other medications over the years but found for him this worked the best. I hold him and comfort him during the seizures. It is just a part of him, Tico has epilepsy. We can't know for sure what they feel during the seizure. Tico has enjoyed his life. He loves playing walks and otherwise being a feisty Yorkie. I just wanted to encourage you that even if your Teddy has more seizures he can still live a long and happy life.

[yorkieusa]

Originally Posted by _tico

Sorry to hear Teddy has seizures Tico who will be 15 years old in June has had seizures since he was 1 year old. He had been on phenobarbital his entire life. It has not completely stopped them but the intensity and frequencies has lessened. We have tried other medications over the years but found for him this worked the best. I hold him and comfort him during the seizures. It is just a part of him, Tico has epilepsy. We can't know for sure what they feel during the seizure. Tico has enjoyed his life. He loves playing walks and otherwise being a feisty Yorkie. I just wanted to encourage you that even if your Teddy has more seizures he can still live a long and happy life.

I'm glad he has such a nice life. It proves it can happen.

Cathy, I'm hoping Teddy will do good.

[JMuedog]

Cathy, just now seeing this thread. I'm glad Teddy seems to be doing better. I hope the medication continues to keep him seizure free.