TTC & epilepsy!?

Question

I was diagnosed with epilepsy at 15, have had it four years now. My fiancé and I have good jobs, our own apartment, and money to support a child. We have decided to try and get pregnant. However I am on the medicine trileptal to control my seizures. I have read that it is one of the less harmful anticonvulsants. Anyone had a child while taking this medicine and the baby been healthy? Or the opposite? Would like to hear any and all stories! You personally or family members.

Answer

It is definitely possible to conceive when you have epilepsy.  Please talk to your epileptologist about your prescription and whether it can/should be adjusted.   Please remember that pregnancy takes your body for a ride, which can sometimes provoke seizures; going off meds on your own without consultation is not a good idea!

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I posted a couple of weeks ago a convo about going "Off Of Meds" bc I have Narcolepsy & recently stopped my medications in order TTC. 
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​While I can't speak specifically about the med you are taking, I can say you should definitely speak with your doctor(s). Both my neurologist & OB said if I can, I should stop all of my meds. I won't lie, it hasn't been easy or pretty at times. Often going off of meds can cause a sort of "pendulum" affect (effect?) & make symptoms get worse before they level off again. I went through that, & it was tough, but I'm finally starting to "level off" after about a month of being off of meds. I'm lucky I have a great husband with a good job who could allow me to not teach this year so I can stop my meds.
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​Everyone & every situation is different so def talk to your docs & figure out what will work for you & your situation. Best of luck to you!!

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While I do not have epilepsy, my doctor has me on Topimax for balance issues. This medicine is often prescribed for seizures as well. During my last visit I mentioned that I was TTC and he said it was would be safe to take as it shouldn't interfere with fetal development. You should ask your doctor about options if you are serious about trying.

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I was also diagnosed at 15 with partial complex seizures with secondary generalized seizures. I personally have conceived twice but both ended with MC.. however a friend of mine has 4 kids and also has seizures so it's possible and not a huge deal (usually). I take Keppra, Gabapentin, and Klonopin for mine. What are you currently taking?

TTC & epilepsy!?

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