Recently because of dizzy spells and blackouts I have to use a Rollator Walker. I mostly use it when I go shopping, Church, and when I go for a walk. I love the fact that it has a seat, I can sit down on the seat and rest, that is why I asked for it. Because of my lightheadedness and dizzy spells I can't walk for far distances. Like I have said Leukodistrophy has started to take it's toll on my body. I have seen others with my disease in wheelchairs but that is something I want to aviod. I still want to be able to walk as long as possible.
Difficult things for me to deal with having a walker are getting in the refreshment line after Church. Also at my age of only 37 alot of people stare at me when I go to the store.
As things start to progress even though I get the looks and stares I'm still greatful that I can still get around even if it is with my walker.
I just recieved my results from the MRI I had done before my surgery. The resultls said that I have mass loss in the Parietal Lobe as well as the Frontal Lobe of my brain. Now the research I was really Interested in doing was on seizures coming from the Parietal Lobe of the brain because this is wear most of my seizures are coming from according to the report from the MRI.
Here is some information I found from a site when researching.
What is Parietal Lobe Epilepsy?
Parietal lobe epilepsy is a relatively rare form of epilepsy, comprising about 5% of all epilepsy, in which seizures arise from the parietal lobe of the brain. Parietal lobe epilepsy can start at any age and occurs in both males and females equally. It may be a result of head trauma, birth difficulties, stroke, or tumor, though the cause is unknown in 20% of patients.
Where is the Parietal Lobe Located in the Brain?
The parietal lobe is located just behind the frontal lobe and it plays important roles in touch perception, the integration of sensory information and in visual perception of spatial relationships among objects (visuospatial processing). In the language dominant side of the brain (the left side for most right-handed individuals), the parietal lobe is also involved with language, planned movements such as writing, as well as mathematical skills.
What are Parietal Lobe Seizures Like?
Since the parietal lobe involves the processing and integration of sensory and visual perception, seizures originating from the parietal lobe can involve both sensory and visual sensations. Seizure duration varies, from a few seconds in some patients to a few minutes in others. The following are the different types of symptoms associated with parietal lobe seizures: Read the rest of the article HERE to find out more.
One other thing I did learn from researching other sites is that if damage is sustained to the Parietal Lobe, a person would most likely have difficulty reading, recognizing people and objects, and having a comprehensive awareness of his or her own body and limbs and their positioning in space. For those with traumatic brain injuries to this area, the ability to multi-task is reduced or eliminated, as is mathematical ability and recognition of the difference between right and left. To research more on this please read the article HERE.
Now some (but not all) of these sympoms I have begon to experiace lately. But not to worry, I'm just writing this article for the purpose of edgucation.
I do however encourage you to do your on independant research for yourself. I am not a doctor nor do I claim to be one.
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Difficult things for me to deal with having a walker are getting in the refreshment line after Church. Also at my age of only 37 alot of people stare at me when I go to the store.
