Back, but not quite 100%

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Registered: 06-25-2003
Back, but not quite 100%
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Fri, 10-13-2006 - 2:31pm

Guys,


I just got back from the hospital for the second time this week. Hopefully, I can stay out this time.


I am posting this because I know several of you have kids on Trileptal:


I was taking Trileptal to control seizures, and I had the rare side effect in that it caused my blood sodium levels to go dangerously low. Apparently, this is more common in menstruating women, or those who have a tendency to retain water for any reason.


The symptoms were a numb face, and a feeling of unwellness and feeling like I was going to pass out.

-Paula

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Registered: 03-26-2003
Sun, 10-15-2006 - 8:40pm

Glad you're back and feeling better! hope the new meds are working great soon!

Betsy

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