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So I developed epilepsy a year ago and had the aura's a year before that. I was curious so I looked into it and actually found out that thyroid issues can cause seizures. I'm really starting to wonder if my seizures were caused from thyroid problems now..... I didn't have normal epilepsy so to speak where I would have a seizure just from seeing strobing lights or something. In fact they were actually having problems figuring out why I was having seizures all the time. I didn't get my blood drawn in any of these situations and they always just did MRI's and EEG's........ when I spoke to the neurologist who has been doing it for over 30 years she told me that I didn't have normal epilepsy..... I'm going to be really happy if I actually find out why I developed epilepsy.

It wasn't just staring off into space seizures either, it was full-on tonic-clonic seizures where I was knocked out.

Thyroid hormones (THs) l-thyroxine and l-triiodothyronine, primarily known as metabolism regulators, are tyrosine-derived hormones produced by the thyroid gland. They play an essential role in normal central nervous system development and physiological function. By binding to nuclear receptors and modulating gene expression, THs influence neuronal migration, differentiation, myelination, synaptogenesis and neurogenesis in developing and adult brains. Any uncorrected THs supply deficiency in early life may result in irreversible neurological and motor deficits. The development and function of GABAergic neurons as well as glutamatergic transmission are also affected by THs. Though the underlying molecular mechanisms still remain unknown, the effects of THs on inhibitory and excitatory neurons may affect brain seizure activity. The enduring predisposition of the brain to generate epileptic seizures leads to a complex chronic brain disorder known as epilepsy.
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I could have gone undiagnosed my entire life......... it's even possible it could have something to do with why I develop gestational diabetes and I'm borderline diabetic outside of pregnancy...... I also found another symptom that could be related to my thyroid, for a couple years now when I stand up my legs get really weak like I need to sit down and I get really dizzy. it didn't list this when I originally looked up the symptoms of hypothyroidism, but I looked up the symptoms specifically and it's definitely linked.

I'm really happy that I might actually finally have some answers to all of these symptoms that I've been experiencing, including epilepsy. I'm going to see if they can do the blood work for me tomorrow at my appointment. I don't want to hold it off anymore
 
Kiwiberry said:
So I developed epilepsy a year ago and had the aura's a year before that. I was curious so I looked into it and actually found out that thyroid issues can cause seizures. I'm really starting to wonder if my seizures were caused from thyroid problems now..... I didn't have normal epilepsy so to speak where I would have a seizure just from seeing strobing lights or something. In fact they were actually having problems figuring out why I was having seizures all the time. I didn't get my blood drawn in any of these situations and they always just did MRI's and EEG's........ when I spoke to the neurologist who has been doing it for over 30 years she told me that I didn't have normal epilepsy..... I'm going to be really happy if I actually find out why I developed epilepsy.

It wasn't just staring off into space seizures either, it was full-on tonic-clonic seizures where I was knocked out.

Thyroid hormones (THs) l-thyroxine and l-triiodothyronine, primarily known as metabolism regulators, are tyrosine-derived hormones produced by the thyroid gland. They play an essential role in normal central nervous system development and physiological function. By binding to nuclear receptors and modulating gene expression, THs influence neuronal migration, differentiation, myelination, synaptogenesis and neurogenesis in developing and adult brains. Any uncorrected THs supply deficiency in early life may result in irreversible neurological and motor deficits. The development and function of GABAergic neurons as well as glutamatergic transmission are also affected by THs. Though the underlying molecular mechanisms still remain unknown, the effects of THs on inhibitory and excitatory neurons may affect brain seizure activity. The enduring predisposition of the brain to generate epileptic seizures leads to a complex chronic brain disorder known as epilepsy.
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I could have gone undiagnosed my entire life......... it's even possible it could have something to do with why I develop gestational diabetes and I'm borderline diabetic outside of pregnancy...... I also found another symptom that could be related to my thyroid, for a couple years now when I stand up my legs get really weak like I need to sit down and I get really dizzy. it didn't list this when I originally looked up the symptoms of hypothyroidism, but I looked up the symptoms specifically and it's definitely linked.

I'm really happy that I might actually finally have some answers to all of these symptoms that I've been experiencing, including epilepsy. I'm going to see if they can do the blood work for me tomorrow at my appointment. I don't want to hold it off anymore
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Good luck today! It is always nice to get some answers. The lab sends my thyroid results back in one day. I have a really responsive doctor that will email me the results as soon as he gets them.
 
Kiwi definitely sounds like you could be on to something. I would definitely get that blood test done. Hopefully it gives you some answers.

I havent posted in forever, but i got some news at my doctors appointment after my anatomy scan. I have to go back for a follow up scan because one of the brain measurements is on the high side of normal. They want to moniter it to be on the safe side. Im trying not to think about it or worry but it can be hard to do. 2 more weeks to hopefully get an answer.

I have gained 17lbs already... So for those of you who are worried your not alone. I gain weight like crazy during pregnancy.. Kinda stresses me out...but it is what it is.

Bought my first girl clothes yesterday😍😍

And here is my 22 week bump! You ladies are all looking awesome
 

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Oh! And we think we've decided on a name!

Addison Claire

My boys are Isaac Joel and Jesse Robert
 
Thank you ladies :hugs: I really hope I get answers and it's not just another dead end :(.

countryblonde, lovely name!! I really hope your next scan goes well hun :hugs:. You must be so nerve wracked. You look great btw!

AFM: just had my tooth pulled, and now I'm at the doctor's ready to get my Makena shot. Then off to mcdonalds to let the girls run around in the play place and grocery shopping right after.
 
Kiwi I have diagnosed my own ongoing issues twice now, both i had been dealing with for years and multiple doctors were stumped. Go with your gut and be your own advocate. I hope you can figure it out!

Country I love the name! Goes great with your boys' too <3

Thanks ladies, I guess we all gain at pur own pace. Drs haven't said anything so i'm not going to stress yet...i will try to make some better food choices though. I've been having way too many carbs & sugars recently :blush:

Doesn't help that ds1 likes to make brownies & cupcakes almost as much as I like eating them...and we are both chocolate fiends!
 
Country, I'm sorry about your scan, like we need one more thing to worry about. I hope everything will be better at the next one.

It's funny how names evolve - Addison used to be a boy's name. My aunt named my now 24 year old cousin Alexandra Addison (pretty, huh?) after her father's middle name Addison. I guess it belongs totally to the girls now!

I seem to have gained 2 pounds overnight. Which is fine, so long as I'm not going to start doing it every day. It may be the BLT and chocolate milkshake I had for lunch. :winkwink:
 
Kiwi - hope you get answers! There’s nothing worse than knowing there’s something wrong and having zero answers. I remember when I was finally diagnosed with Crohn’s I felt so much relief. Even though it meant research and life changes, the diagnosis was such a weight lifted off my shoulders.

Country - I’m sure everything will turn out perfectly! Keeping you in my thoughts for support. It is hard having some unclear news of that kind, but so many scams show something slightly abnormal only to have the baby come out absolutely perfect. Also, great name!

Ok...I’ve been having the WORST back pains! Apparently, it’s normal around 21 weeks because your body goes though so many major changes at this point. My muscles are just not happy. Just taking small doses of Tylenol helps but I have to steer clear of major activity that could strain a muscle. I’m just so achy all over.

We decided on a name, too! Which is weird because with DD it was so hard! But now that we have an established aesthetic it makes things a little easier. We decided on Cleo Evangeline for DD#2.
 
gigglebox, thanks hun :hugs:. I don't have that much confidence that I'm actually right in what I'm thinking. I might just be heading into another dead end. Try not to stress out too much on your weight gain, I swear to you 10 lb of it is probably your uterus and placenta :haha:. Not to mention we have to factor in how big our boobies are getting LOL.

MissMarpleFan, lol that 1lb extra is probably a poop :haha:.

NovaStar, thanks a lot hon. It really is miserable not knowing what the hell is going on. Especially with the epilepsy and large amount of weight gain this pregnancy. People at home keep telling me it's probably all in my boobs butt and thighs but I don't believe them. They say I don't look much different but I see the difference.

AFM: at the doctor's today they went through my files and said I had my thyroid hormones tested in 2016 and they were normal. They are going to test them for me next week just to see and make sure. If it comes back negative, I'm really going to be a bit sad because that means I'm back to square one with no answers. I know it's not gestational diabetes anymore because I passed the one hour test, found that out today. I'm still going to stick to my little carb diet though because I don't want to put on anymore weight. Part of me thinks it could be the fact that I went from eating nothing all the time borderline anorexic to eating more ever since I got pregnant. Even then though I don't think it would be enough to cause this much weight gain. My body really sucks and I'm getting more and more depressed day by day. Good news is I had that silly tooth pulled out and I have a deep cleaning scheduled for next week. I also have my anatomy scan scheduled for September 13th! They had to refer me to a different doctor's office for the scan because they needed a super high risk doctor I guess. The other good news is this doctor was a lot nicer than my last doctor and she actually gave me a prescription for my seizure medication. The doctor I had last week was refusing to do it she was kind of a b**** though.
 
Kiwi, ask them to tell you your levels (or give you a copy of the labs) so you can know where on the lab accepted range you fall. I can very much tell the difference when I am on the higher end of “normal.”
 
MissMarpleFan, thank you for that bit of info I'm actually going to request that next week and get the same for the blood test after they take it and get the results back. I'll be sure to let you know what they are so you can give me a bit of Insider info.
 
Kiwi i think most drs do kind of like a shorter/less extensive thyroid work up but there is a full range test you can take, if I remember correctly. I would ask about that, too, as my understanding is the former can be normal while the latter shows abnormal levels. Something like that...

Nova I like it <3 I like unusual and rarely used names so Cleo fits the bill :thumbup: also my ex gf's (before i met hubby) had Evangeline as her middle name and I always thought it was so pretty.
 
Well in two days I have gained 4 pounds and 1/2” around the middle. Growth spurt? :wacko:

Maybe it’s time for a healthy diet day! Going to test the hip on a walk too.
 
Me: I'm going to clean up my diet to help with this weight gain
Also me: I'm grabbing Wendy's for breakfast
 
Eeee saw first outside kicks! Super subtle but i could feel them internally the same time i saw my stomach bounce ever so slightly <3
 
Lol giggle I've had those thoughts too but I think it's just my hips getting "wider" :winkwink:
 
My theory is if I eat one healthy meal a day (and a healthy snack like Greek yogurt and fruit), then I won’t feel guilty eating McDonalds later. Or a whole bag of Doritos. I had avocado toast on whole wheat,scrambled eggs with spinach, and fresh orange juice for breakfast. So now I can eat pizza for dinner and not feel guilty. Lol

Giggle - isn’t that the best! Crazy, right? And those kicks only get stronger.
 
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