Does he have seizures? Or was the Dilantin prescribed as a precaution?

Dilantin is a powerful drug. Rashes, hives and other skin eruptions are known side effects.

It might be worth trying a different anti-seizure med. My doc switched me to phenobarbital when I could not tolerate Dilantin.

Has he been checked for herpes or herpatic neuralgia?

If he engaged in boxing or martial arts and took hits to the head, he likely has has a large number of sub-concussive impacts. They can cause serious problems, especially when followed by a severe concussion.

Gluten intolerance can be a due to a weak immune system similar to shingles or herpes outbreaks.

Plus, throw in a bunch of hormonal imbalances and "Katie bar the door."

If/when he returns to work, he needs to be sure to follow inhalation safety to the max. The compromised brain is far more sensitive to heavy metals and other toxins. If he does any work with aluminum, he also needs to protect his skin. He likely will always have gloves on so the skin contact can be well managed.


I hope I have not overwhelmed you. I tend to use a fire hose to put out a candle flame.

Other than his financial needs, try to not sweat the delays with SSDI. You are not experiencing anything unusual. It took me three years almost to the day to get approves. The average is 18 to 28 months depending on the office. There was an effort under Pres Bush to hire more case workers and admin law judges, etc but not much has improved. And, some states have staffed their DDS offices with classic moronic bureaucrats.

Sometimes, what helps is knowing the right questions to ask. It can get doctors and others to look outside their usual box.

Keep asking questions. Knowledge is power regarding concussion and brain injury.

My best to you.