What Next?

When I arrived back home, my Mom was there to pick me up. (Thanks, Mom!) I called my Primary Care Doc and made the appointment. My poor PCD is probably tired of me and all of my issues. He has been treating me for allergies. He ordered a head CT for that evening. It came back normal.

Making an appontment with a Neurologist seems to be a near impossible task. One seizure may not be an issue to them, but it is to me. I have a career, a car, and a child. Immediate answers are necessary. It just isn't safe to be outside alone with Dominic...or give him a bath. I might never have another seizure. But, if I do, having one and putting my child in danger is not an option. The first Neuro office was less than willing to accomodate me and my request for an appointment. So, I took it upon myself to find another.

My neuro appointment was 6 days after my seizure. He did a basic neuro test of tapping my knee, making me look at a light, and many other things like that. Based on what happened and my history, he decided to go ahead and put me on medication and schedule and MRI and an EEG.

I have been advised not to take a bath, not to give my child bath, not to go swimming alone, and not to drive. Not only have I been ADVISED not to drive, the state of Florida requires a 6 month period without seizures. I cannot drive at all. I get it. I do. But, it is highly inconvenient and frustrating to be 31 and unable to take myself to the store or an appointment. I look fine. I feel fine (for the most part).

I am taking the medication as directed. He gave me Keppra XR. I take it at night. I feel a little blah in the morning, but the second day is much better than the first. The first day I felt sea sick. I really thought it would take two weeks to adjust. So, this is promising.

As far as work is concerned, it shouldn't be too bad. I can't drive, but it doesn't mean I can't fly and take a taxi. I ust can't drive locally. So, my Mom has offered to help out on her days off.

I have had calls with my manager and other folks who are above me. Everyone has been great and really supportive. We all know that this is a temporary disability. And, I am very grateful that I work for such a wonderful company.