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20 Apr 14, 09:43 PM |
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we already had a piediatritian appointment next week so will decide then what to do. We only went to a and e to get him started on meds ASAP incase of side effects so we can deal with it before we go.We supposed to be going for his birthday. I now don't know what we are doing. We have insurance and will phone them tomorrow. Virgin have on web site you can travel as long as no seizures for 24 hours.
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20 Apr 14, 09:59 PM |
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Everything crossed you can travel as planned, you definitely need the break.
Just a few hints; keep your DS as hydrated as possible to prevent further seizures. Keep him out of the sun and as much to his regular meds schedule as you can. We find short, frequent times in the parks easier than long days.
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21 Apr 14, 02:34 PM |
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18 May 14, 07:23 AM |
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Our son (5 years) has been having seizures since November last year. He has cerebral palsy due to brain damage after being born 3 month prem. he was put on epilim which reduced seizures from over 50 a day to maybe 2 a week but then he started having problems with eating, swallowing, fine and gross motor skills. Basically, everything we'd all work so hard on to get him more in dependant was being reversed as the meds slow the brain down. He is always very emotional and has a very short fuse after seizures. The consultant explained to us that he has Ora's before and after seizure which is the cause for the mood. He can be quite spiteful too he's hit, kicked, bitten and pushed over our youngest son (3 years). Consultant said behavioural issues are linked too the epilepsy. We have just been told by virgin that he can't fly if he's had a seizure within 24 hours of flying as the air pressure when in the air is very likely to trigger another one.
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18 May 14, 06:34 PM |
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Luckily DD hasnt had any more, and we are going to see consultant on 28th, hopefully for MRI results and where we go from here.
Like most meds sometimes side effects are nearly as bad as what they are given for. |
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18 May 14, 06:43 PM |
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My dd is severe epileptic and we have never been told this. Can you cope with his seizure when he has them ? Does he have to go to hospital after ? I would talk to his consultant and ask his opinion and if he's happy for him to fly ask for a letter saying this.
My dd can also be a right handful when seizure is brewing, we often comment ones on the way. The teeth hurt the worst |
18 May 14, 08:01 PM |
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We've always been told not to fly within 24 hours of a seizure by Virgin.
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19 May 14, 09:12 AM |
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I guess down to person who you talk to in special assistance. Beth would not of gone on half her holidays if we had not flown if she had a seizure the day before. I still would ask consultant for their opinion. Another thought due to this I would be making doubly sure your travel insurance covered should this happen.
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19 May 14, 10:46 AM |
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Excited about Disney
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Hi
My daughters Consultant told us when she was diagnosed that there is No flying within 24 hours of a seizure. Nearly didn't make it home last year as she had a seizure in Disney car park day before we travelled home! Can't praise staff, Firemen/Paramedics enough - Excellent treatment. Due to weather flight ended up delayed for 2 or 3 hours so timings were just ok. It is going to be a stressful time each time we fly... as we won't know until takeoff if we are going on holiday. You Must, it goes without saying inform insurance company when taking out policy. Oh and I mentioned to Air crew once boarded and seated on each flight that daughter is an Epileptic - just incase a problem - they were fine and seemed pleased to be informed and just told us to call them if we needed anything. HTH Best wishes Gilly |
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19 May 14, 11:23 AM |
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Join Date: Jan 03
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Michelle, we were asked at check-in last week if Josh had suffered a seizure within the last 24 hours. It's the first time that has happened. Luckily, he hadn't.
Caron
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