Dear Debbie answers 6

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Dear Debbie

How do i get hold of medi jewellary?

Rebecca, Leicestershire

Hi Rebecca

You can find links to some websites of companies that sell identity jewellery on our Living Aids page.

You can also get a free epilepsy identity card from Epilepsy Action, in our webshop, by phoning the freephone Epilepsy Helpline on 0808 800 5050 or by sending an email with your name, address and request to helpline@epilepsy.org.uk

Hope that helps.

Debbie

Dear Debbie

Dear Debbie

My little brother has to take Lamotragine what are the side affects???

Kristie, Kent

Hi Kristie

The possible side effects of lamotrigine are listed on the Patient Information Leaflet, which should be supplied by the chemist every time your brother gets a new prescription. There is also information about the possible side effects on the Medicine Guides website.

Lots of people worry about the possible side effects of anti-epileptic drugs. However, it’s worth remembering that those listed are only possible (and some are very rare) side effects. They won’t affect everyone who takes the drug.

Some people may experience side effects such as drowsiness or dizziness, in the early days of taking lamotrigine, while their body is getting used to it. Once this has happened, these side effects should lessen or disappear completely. If this doesn’t happen, then it is important to talk to their doctor, who may suggest changing either the dosage or the drug itself.

I hope that helps.

Debbie

Dear Debbie

i've just started a new college and i haven't told anyone that i'm epileptic. The only person who knows is the college nurse and i'd like to keep it this way because i've been bullied in the past but she is now saying that because i have recently fitted several times at home i need to tell my lecturers. Do i really or can i just keep this to myself?

kim

Hi Kim

I’m sorry you have had such a bad experiencing with bullying in the past.  It’s difficult to know whether to tell your lecturers about your epilepsy. A lot depends on whether you are likely to have a seizure in college. If that’s a possibility and you could need some help, then it would be a good idea to tell them. This would give you the chance to explain what happens to you during a seizure and what they can do to help you. Just as importantly, you could tell them what not to do if you have a seizure. You could show them the information on our website, if you think that would help.

Good luck.

Debbie