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2 years ago I was in a car accident in which I suffered a traumatic brain injury. I've had a ton of trouble since then, including field deficits in my left eye and the need for glasses. Throughout the past 2 years, I have had about six experiences where I had lightning bolt like flashes across my field of vision. They are annoying, but are unrelated to my headaches and migraines. My rehab Dr. sent me back to the neuro-opthamologist when I brought this up at my last appointment. The neuro-opthamologist called it "visual seizures" and has ordered an EEG. Is this actually a seizure? (Nothing is shaking). Will it show up on the EEG since they are so infrequent? Would I be considered impaired in terms of my driver's license? If someone could guide me to more information, I would greatly appreciate it. I"m having a hard time finding information on the internet. Thanks in advance ![]() Mindy
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What Happened: On 3/8/11 I was stopped waiting to merge into traffic when I was rear ended by someone doing 45 mph. I walked away from the accident, to fall into the pit of PCS 5 days later... (I have had 2 previous concussions, but neither developed into PCS.) Symptoms 3 Years Post: Physical: migraines, infrequent vertigo, neck and back pain (from accident), tinnitus, visual field deficits in left eye, problematic light sensitivity, (including visual seizure activity), noise sensitivity, EXTREME fatigue, semi-frequent disrupted sleep cycles, Cognitive: semi-frequent Brain fog after cognitive strain, limited bouts of impulsivity, unable to concentrate for more than short periods of time without fatigue, word finding problems, slowed processing speeds, impaired visual memory; Emotional: easily overstimulated, depression, anxiety; Treatment so far: Vestibular therapy; Physical Therapy; Vision Therapy; Vitamin Schedule; Limited caffeine; Medications; attempting to limit stress and overstimulation; Yoga; Cognitive Therapy |
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