[__ Prayer __] Scary thing happened to me...

[handy]

I had an unnerving experience yesterday morning. I had some kind of seizure or black out.

I remember my son sitting next to me at our table and my husband was standing at the kitchen counter.

The next moment, my husband was sitting next to me, and my son was sitting across the table from me. They both were really concerned. They said that I was completely out for several minutes, totally unresponsive. It was bizarre, just having everything shift around like that, and to realize that I had been "out" for as long as two minutes.

I have pulled some kind of muscle in my back, or maybe it's a pinched nerve...I'm hoping that is the cause of the blackout, it has been quite painful.

Anyway, I'm calling the Dr.'s first thing in the morning. I refused to go to the ER, as I was fine once it passed. I promised if it happened again, I would go, but it didn't. Other than the pain in my shoulder, I've been fine. But, I will go to the doctors and see if they think that the seizure or black out or whatever it was would be because of the pulled muscle or pinched nerve and see what can be done about that.

I just ask for prayers that whatever caused this, it would be some kind of temporary thing and that it won't happen again.

What's most scary to me was that it came out of nowhere and that I was totally incapacitated when it happened. Since I drive a lot, and drive my children back and forth to the bus stop, I'm afraid of it happening while I am driving and could cause a serious accident.

However, those fears are really a lack of trust in God, so I need to repent of that lack of trust and put my faith wholly in Him and trust that this too will be worked out according to His purposes.

I please ask your prayers about this.

 

[jasoncran]

siesure. that is what reminds me off a petite mall one.

 

[pjt]

This could be a sign of a brain tumor so I recommend seeing a specialist and not putting this off. I would also avoid driving until seeing a doctor since this is completely out of your control and unpredictable. If you were to suddenly black out while driving it could put yourself, your children, and others at risk of death. So ", those fears are really a lack of trust in God, so I need to repent of that lack of trust and put my faith wholly in Him and trust that this too will be worked out according to His purposes." maybe instead of seeing this as a fear, you could see it as a wonderful, merciful red flag from God to get your attention. Maybe God allowed this black out to happen in the warmth and safety of your home rather than in the car while driving to alert you to not only a medical issue that needs to be addressed but also to warn you of the dangers of driving at this time.
Anyway, I`m sorry to hear this. I hope it is something the doctor can diagnosis quickly and it is not serious. I will pray for you.

 

[Christ_empowered]

Its totally understandable to be fearful after something like this happens. I think the best thing you can do is pray, seek prompt medical attention, and then keep on praying. I'll be praying for you; please keep us all updated on your progress.

 

[sherri2]

PS. I know of a good, non-denominational ministry called 'the healing rooms' - they pray for people and see a lot of healings. there might be one near you. it's worth checking out.

http://healingrooms.com/

 

[Chris]

could be petite mal or something else- around your neck nerves in your spine area if you pinch one of those it can do stuff like that. Possibly off to see neurologist for you, just in case. Those types of things are and indicator of problems and its best to have it checked, especially so it wont happen when your driving a car.

 

[Nick]

I'll be praying for you Dora. I hope you don't drive until you've seen the doctor.

The cause could be almost anything. I first thought of a pinched nerve, espeically since it seems a one-off event, but it could be a genetic thing with seizures or something completely different. It could be a sign of something way more serious, but I don't think its worth worrying over things like that until you've sought medical advice.

 

[lamplady]

praying ... ...

 

[Cheyenne K]

I'll be praying.

 

[Caroline H]

Wow, the difference between men and women is quite apparent in this thread, LOL.

Dora, we will pray for you tonight! Keep us updated on what the doctors say (as I know you will)!

 

[theLords]

by His stripes we are healed!

 

[handy]

Thanks everyone.

I saw my GP today. His preliminary diagnosis is a petit mal seizure...now to find out why it happened.

So, tomorrow I'm off for lab tests and an MRI. Wednesday I'm scheduled for an EEG and I'm hoping to fit the neurologist in on Monday.

At least I know the neurologist, the same guy who takes care of Steve and he's one of the best doctor's I know, so I'm good with that.

One thing that is more clear to me is that it didn't just "come out of the blue". Both Steve and Viola reminded me that my face was really red for about an hour before it happened, and I also remember that there was a distinct sound of blood rushing in my ears, sort of the sound you get when hanging upside down or standing on your head, right before it happened. I'm thankful to remember that, because it does provide a "warning" so to speak...if it happens again.

Still trying to figure out the driving thing...as of now, I'm OK with driving, but if the tests dictate that there is a serious problem or if I get a red face and rushing ear drums, then I'll know not to drive at all.

Did I mention that the kid's bus stop is almost 20 miles away? :bigfrown

But, I do thank you all for the prayers, they are most appreciated. I'm still working on the "peace" part, but I do trust that God will work all out.

 

[Sparkey]

Thanks for the update, my friend.

We are asking for you.

 

[pjt]

Thanks everyone.

I saw my GP today. His preliminary diagnosis is a petit mal seizure...now to find out why it happened.

So, tomorrow I'm off for lab tests and an MRI. Wednesday I'm scheduled for an EEG and I'm hoping to fit the neurologist in on Monday.

At least I know the neurologist, the same guy who takes care of Steve and he's one of the best doctor's I know, so I'm good with that.

One thing that is more clear to me is that it didn't just "come out of the blue". Both Steve and Viola reminded me that my face was really red for about an hour before it happened, and I also remember that there was a distinct sound of blood rushing in my ears, sort of the sound you get when hanging upside down or standing on your head, right before it happened. I'm thankful to remember that, because it does provide a "warning" so to speak...if it happens again.

Still trying to figure out the driving thing...as of now, I'm OK with driving, but if the tests dictate that there is a serious problem or if I get a red face and rushing ear drums, then I'll know not to drive at all.

Did I mention that the kid's bus stop is almost 20 miles away? :bigfrown

But, I do thank you all for the prayers, they are most appreciated. I'm still working on the "peace" part, but I do trust that God will work all out.

I`m glad you got a quick diagnosis and hopefully you will get a quick answer as to "why?" this happened so it can be taken care of ASAP!!!!

 

[Tina]

.

Dora, I'm really sorry to hear what happened. I just want you to know that I have prayed for you and will continue to pray. Keep us updated. Try to worship God at home if possible.

 

[jasoncran]

Thanks everyone.

I saw my GP today. His preliminary diagnosis is a petit mal seizure...now to find out why it happened.

So, tomorrow I'm off for lab tests and an MRI. Wednesday I'm scheduled for an EEG and I'm hoping to fit the neurologist in on Monday.

At least I know the neurologist, the same guy who takes care of Steve and he's one of the best doctor's I know, so I'm good with that.

One thing that is more clear to me is that it didn't just "come out of the blue". Both Steve and Viola reminded me that my face was really red for about an hour before it happened, and I also remember that there was a distinct sound of blood rushing in my ears, sort of the sound you get when hanging upside down or standing on your head, right before it happened. I'm thankful to remember that, because it does provide a "warning" so to speak...if it happens again.

Still trying to figure out the driving thing...as of now, I'm OK with driving, but if the tests dictate that there is a serious problem or if I get a red face and rushing ear drums, then I'll know not to drive at all.

Did I mention that the kid's bus stop is almost 20 miles away? :bigfrown

But, I do thank you all for the prayers, they are most appreciated. I'm still working on the "peace" part, but I do trust that God will work all out.

that sounds like epilepsy to me. that is how my dad describes his warnings. a rush and or sudden lost of control and a seizure will follow. he is gran mall.

 

[theLords]

Thanks everyone.

I saw my GP today. His preliminary diagnosis is a petit mal seizure...now to find out why it happened.

So, tomorrow I'm off for lab tests and an MRI. Wednesday I'm scheduled for an EEG and I'm hoping to fit the neurologist in on Monday.

At least I know the neurologist, the same guy who takes care of Steve and he's one of the best doctor's I know, so I'm good with that.

One thing that is more clear to me is that it didn't just "come out of the blue". Both Steve and Viola reminded me that my face was really red for about an hour before it happened, and I also remember that there was a distinct sound of blood rushing in my ears, sort of the sound you get when hanging upside down or standing on your head, right before it happened. I'm thankful to remember that, because it does provide a "warning" so to speak...if it happens again.

Still trying to figure out the driving thing...as of now, I'm OK with driving, but if the tests dictate that there is a serious problem or if I get a red face and rushing ear drums, then I'll know not to drive at all.

Did I mention that the kid's bus stop is almost 20 miles away? :bigfrown

But, I do thank you all for the prayers, they are most appreciated. I'm still working on the "peace" part, but I do trust that God will work all out.

I pray that the Lord lays Scripture on your heart to comfort and give you peace, and that He makes His comforting presence known to you. I pray that the Lord brings healing to your body.

I will continue to pray.

 

[Mike]

Wow, sis! You don't just get the flu, huh? A real attention-getter. ;)

Seriously, prayers to you and your family. They were (and are) likely more upset about this experience than you are. I don't have any experience myself, or anyone I know, with seizures. I do pray they can give you a diagnosis or reason for this episode to prepare for or ward off another. Peace on you and the rest of the "Handy's".

 

[puckhead]

Prayers sent! Hope things turn out well for you

 

[theLords]

Any new updates? Hope you're feeling better today.