I need some medical advice.  Two days ago my son and his wife had a baby girl.  She is having seizures.  help?
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I wish I could give you a positive view on this, but i can't. some babies are born with disorders, and you probably won't know more about what is going on until the further testing is done. my nephew had siezures when he was a newborn and he is fine now, no learning disorders or anything. So its not always life threatening. but they already detected a problem in the brain, so the baby might have a learning problem. But odds are if it was life threatening, the baby wouldn't of made it to delivery. plus in time the problem could correct itsself. babies do that. I was born with a hole in my heart,and a collapsed lung and my heart healed itsself, so did my lung..point being, it could take care of itsself. where the baby is right now is the best way to know for sure. After the doctors are done, they will let you know what to expect. babies can have silent seizures too which would explain why she stopped moving. my son had one when he was 14 months old, and it took him 6 hours to twitch a finger, his also lasted 15 minutes long not the usual 30 seconds to a minute and a half. Its scary to have to go thru what you are going thru right now, try to stay strong for everyone and hope for the best. sorry I couldn't give you the magic answer. but I figured i would share my experiences with it in hopes that it would help put your mind at ease a little. try to think positive even though at times its hard to do..
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this is so common i am sorry for what your going through i would hurry today guy and report her ! i dont know if she can get legal now it most likley if she still has your baby and she gives birth here
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Get her out of there.  I'm sorry about the money, but you don't sound like you're having that much fun.  Alcohol destroys brain cells.  You want to see her sober again while it's still possible.  Like you said, she has a problem.  You don't.  How fortunate she is to have a compassionate son!  It's not your fault that she's drunk.  But, this is a situation you might be able to do something about.
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Call 911..and now!!!What is wrong with you!!Why are you on the computer...Call 911!!!Protect your babies!!!They don't have a choice in the matter they depend on you for life!!!\ncall 911 and do it now!!!God help you!!and your little ones!!
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They need to be doing a CT Scan, blood tests etc, I went to the ER because I was fainting and my friend thought that I was having seizures and they did blood tests, and a CT Scan, and they also did an EEG they should be testing this, because there could be something seriously wrong, especially because of her age!! I would make an appointment with her regular doctor and talk this over with him and tell him that you want tests done to see what is wrong, and if they don't do it I would take her elsewhere!  If you have to check out the Mayo Clinic in Rochester MN I live in MN and it is the best hospital in the world!! People come from all over the world to go to the Mayo Clinic!
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Pregnancy Issues\nMore than 90% of pregnant women with epilepsy give birth to normal, healthy babies.If I become pregnant, what are my chances of having a healthy baby?\nYour chances of having a normal, healthy child are excellent -- greater than 90%. However, there are some increased risks for women with epilepsy that you should consider before getting pregnant, if possible. Both your neurologist and your gynecologist/obstetrician need to be involved in reviewing your antiepileptic drug (AED) and any potential medication changes prior to the beginning of a pregnancy.\n\nDo women with epilepsy have problems getting pregnant?\nOverall, women with epilepsy have fewer children than other women. This may be partly personal choice, but research has indicated that women with epilepsy have a higher rate of menstrual cycle irregularities and other gynecological problems that may interfere with fertility. Again, it is important that you talk with your gynecologist/obstetrician and your neurologist to sort through these issues.\n\nThe more we learn about pregnancy and epilepsy, the greater our understanding of the risks of AEDs to infants. If you are a woman with epilepsy and you become pregnant, please register with the AED Pregnancy Registry, housed at Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School. The Registry will confidentially track your pregnancy and its outcome. As more women register and report the outcome of their pregnancy, the researches will be able to identify the safest AEDs for seizures during pregnancy and also determine how safe the newer AEDs are. To register, call (888) 233-2334.What do I have to do to get ready for a pregnancy?\nAll women should be in good general health and pay attention to their nutrition before and during pregnancy. If finances are a problem, you may qualify for funded nutritional programs such as Women, Infants and Children Supplemental Food Program (WIC). Information about this program can be obtained from your physician's office or from your local health department.\n\nA regular schedule with adequate exercise and appropriate rest will keep you physically fit and may help you manage stress. It is important to take vitamins with folic acid prior to and throughout pregnancy, to reduce the risk of certain kinds of birth defects. Since many of these problems occur very early in pregnancy (sometimes before you know you are pregnant), it is wise to start taking folic acid before becoming pregnant. Check with your physician about the exact dosage.\n\nYou may want to ask your physician for a referral to a genetics specialist who can help you assess the risks to your baby from your epilepsy, your seizure medication, and other inherited traits that may be present in your family.\n\nWill my epilepsy cause problems during my pregnancy?\nMost women who have epilepsy do not have any unusual problems with their pregnancy.\n\nStudies do show, however, that women with epilepsy have an increased risk of vaginal bleeding both during and after pregnancy. Early and continued prenatal care by your obstetrician is very important. Consistent visits will immediately alert you and your doctor to any problems during your pregnancy and will allow for prompt treatment.\n\nIt is very important to avoid tobacco, alcohol, caffeine, and drugs such as marijuana and cocaine. Other dangers may come from environmental chemicals like pesticides, paints and oven cleaners. All of these toxins have been associated with pregnancy complications and poor pregnancy outcomes. By avoiding them, you can eliminate the risk of compounding any negative effects of your anticonvulsant medication.\n\nHow can pregnancy affect my seizures?\nMost women will see no change in their seizures. One quarter to one third of women with epilepsy who become pregnant will have increased seizures during their pregnancy despite continued use of antiepileptic medication. During pregnancy, concentrations of seizure medication in your bloodstream may c
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Expectant mothers can OCCASIONALLY have 6 oz of wine or beer but not everyday.  This can cause fetal alcohol syndrom; learning disabilities, colic, just to name a few.  This woman was very lucky her other children came out with no problems or did they do they have learning disabilities, are any of them have any forms of autism.  One thing you can do is contact your local March of Dimes and request information on fetal alcohol syndrom and the fact on pregnancy and drinking.  Then in a non threating manner talk to your friend about it and tell her that you were concerned about the health of the baby and did a little research and you have some info to share with her and let her know you are not being judgemental but are genuinely concerned and then leave it alone.  Remeber she is the one who has to live with the consequences of her actions.  Give her some food for thought.
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i don't know of any kind of claim she can file. just help her out financially, well make your son work and help. sounds like you should have a family meeting with both sides. nothing can be resolved if you cant talk. its not your fault your son and his girl was having sex i am sure he was educated about it by you. let her family know that you and your family are willing to help out and that your son will step up to the plate as take on his responsibilities.
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yes, my daughter has suffered with this since she was 6, for 7 years medication controlled the seizures, and for the last 3, for no apparent reason, the medication has lost much of it's effectiveness, even though she has been on several. she has had 3 mri's, a pet scan, and ct's, which all show nothing abnormal. however, the eeg, and video eeg all show a right side focus, but cannot pinpoint where or why it happens. it could be something organic in her brain to begin with, or possibly hereditary, as my niece has also had seizures. it can be very frustrating when there is no apparent reason for the seizures, be it something organic or an injury. i'm sure by now you have seen a neurologist, and if it is an ongoing thing, i would discuss medication with him, and the medication is effective in 98% of people with epilepsy. good luck, the best thing is to be there for her, and help her through this.
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Ah, dear sweet mother that you are, don't you know that as much as you love your daughter, that God loves her all that much and more?  He will grant her peace.  He will show her how much you love her, and help her to understand if there was any unresolved issues between the 2 of you, and come to a certain peace about it.  \n\nYou say she was bipolar.  If this ever caused her to do things that were questionable, I think God would not ever hold those things against her.  Please do not worry over her salvation or anything like that.  God is not so cruel.  Would you ever send your daughter to a place of torment?  Of course not!  And God will not either!  That is pure and simple.\n\nLosing a daughter is the hardest loss that anyone on earth probably ever has to face.  I cannot even comprehend it.  You are feeling totally natural things.  Do not feel guilty for the way you feel.  I wish I could give you some kind of magic words that would ease your suffering.  But I do not know them.  Please know that even now, I am crying for you.  Tears are blurring my vision now!  I feel so sad for you.  And I do not even know you.  But I can tell you are hurting, and that you truly truly were a good mother, even if you are unsure of it right now.  I will pray for you.  Do not feel ashamed to seek counseling in this situation.  No one could be prepared for the loss you've endured.  I bet some counselling may help.\nAnd I'll pray for you.\n\nGod bless you and give you peace.
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Considering most people who have seizures also black out, and have no knowledge of the incident.  I'd say it was a panic attack.  Are you on anti-anxiety meds?
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Please re ask question, complete with son's name and area of the world...I'll do my best with what you;ve given me but more specifics would help channel energy directly - So thoughts to Irina , blessed be, help for you and your son right now to get through this lifethreatening time. Please know how much you are loved that, how much you are neede here, we pray for you and ask for recovery and help ffrom your spirrits to make this be right for you your son your family and friends .
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I am sorry to hear about this I wish I could answer your Qs. I was just browsing and came across this.I had to post something back!My daughter was very sick about a week ago. She is fine now. But it was so scary.No one knew what she was sick with... Thats the worst part.She is only 2. She was passing alot of blood in her stool....Well we,as humans, always think of the worst first.I felt like the Dr.s were not doing enoff.But I now know that if you trust your DR. with all your hart then your mother is in the right place!But if not...Find some were you do trust.Ya'll will be in my familys prayers.  when you don't know what to do,Take your hands off the situation-by not worring(as much)-and God will then take care of it.
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My daughter suffers from seizures and she is much more likely to have seizures just before she menstruates.  It's just something about the hormones causing more activity in the brain.  I don't really understand it, but I know it's true.  Another thing that affects her is overworking herself.  Doing too much at one time.  when I'm around her, I try to keep her from too much strenuous activity.
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I'm with Lita. This isn't funny or anything to joke about. This could be your babys life. Call the doc.
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If this is suspected, I would take them to the doctor at once!  Any balance abnormalities or lack of normal coordination could be a sign of a serious neurological problem.
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http://www.webmd.com/content/article/77/95370.htm\nAbout Childhood Seizures\n\nhttp://www.webmd.com/content/article/60/67118.htm\nODD Resource\n\nAs a child I suffered from seizures until about the age of 8. the medication I was on to help prevent the seizures from happening was trial and error until they found something that worked. Often the medication would make me tired and I would take 2 hour naps in the middle of the day and continue to go to bed at my normal 7:30 bedtime. \n\nIt sounds like the doctor's can't tell you much right now because they haven't received the blood test results yet. Have you already considered talking to your doctor about reducing dosage of medication for the ODD and considering psychotheraphy as part of your child's treatment? Psychotherapy will help guide your child to understanding her condition and teaching her to learn from it and correct her behavior. If the medication is in fact affecting your child's quality of life to the same severity that ODD might have, you might want to consider options. Seizures aren't as bad as they seem although they can be scary for the person experiencing the seizure and those around them. Check out the link above.\n\nI hope you are seeing a nuerologist, as these are both brain-related conditions.