driving again

I did some research (called Salem DMV office, and had several calls with my Dr.'s office) and found that yes, they did report my seizure to the DMV, but no, that doesn't mean my license is restricted, in fact, I still have my license. I'm quite glad I can drive, its been disheartening to live out in the boonies and have to rely on others for a ride. The remaining transportation stumbling block is getting some working vehicles, we're currently stuck with only a 2 seater toyota pickup as the property vehicle. Looking for a honda or toyota or nissan 4-door 5 or 6 seater that will be able to handle my daily ~80 mile driving needs. I hope we find a suitable one soon, as that should relieve the stress level a bit.

In other news, we had a great thanksgiving dinner at Shalah's work (The Hungry Woodsman/Buzzsaw saloon). It was good food and lots of family showed up.

seizure update

so, I had my EEG, it sucked (the EEG itself was alright) I had to stay up and not drink coffee.
It was suggested to me by a friend that I may have had the seizure due to dehydration because i dont drink enough water. I looked it up. Seizures can be caused by severe dehydration. However the idea that most people are dehydrated because they dont drink water turns out to be an Urban Legend. So I'm gonna get a second opinion (if Blue Cross will pay for one, or its not too expensive). I called my neurologist office to see what the results of my EEG are, but he's in portland. the receptionist stated that he's read them, but didn't give her results, so I'm to call in a "day or two".

Neurology Appointment

I had a neurology appointment today, and was diagnosed with "migralepsy". He says that the terrible headaches I've had all my life are migranes and that my seizure may be related to that. He's prescribed Topamax, (I guess 20% of the people who take it can experience some side effects, but if you aren't one of the 20%, it'll work well for you) , and wants me to try it. I have to be on it for 4 weeks before I'll be allowed to drive. I'm actually kinda sketched about it, but I gotta drive, I've got a load of kids and was their main driver until the seizure, so I'll give it a shot. He does have a "plan b" as well, if the Topamax doesn't work out.


KoL is a shining point in my life. An Adventurer is me!