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Physical Challenges - Seizures
A Seizure is caused by
abnormal electrical activity in the brain.
Seizures may consist of strange sensations,
blackouts, jerking in the arms and legs, lapses
of consciousness, or a combination of these
symptoms. If you had a hemorrhage from your
aneurysm, you will most likely be on seizure
medication for a short time. It is important for
you to monitor yourself for seizure activity,
although your chances of having one are minimal,
due to taking an anticonvulsant. Most unruptured
aneurysm patients do not take seizure medication
unless specified by their
neurosurgeon.
After treatment, most
patients will spend a couple days in the
Intensive Care Unit. He/she will be closely
monitored for pressure on the brain, any new
bleeding, threat of vasospasm, as well as making
sure all other body functions are working
properly
If
you are on an anticonvulsant, you will probably
remain on this medication for several months, or
until the risk of further seizures is gone. You
or a family member should make sure you take the
medication on a regular basis. Your doctor will
draw blood frequently to determine appropriate
drug levels for this medication.
If you are experiencing
postoperative seizures, you must surrender your
driver’s license to the Registry (Department) of
Motor Vehicles. You or your doctor will contact
the RMV/DMV after the seizures are
gone.
Do not drink
alcohol while taking this medication. Alcohol
lowers your threshold for seizure activity, and
may cause further complications.
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