I was diagnosed with epilepsy as a child. It disappeared during my teenage years, until around the age of 20. Since then, I have been having very small seizures, always between 4 am and 9 am—always mornings. I never had one at any other time, even as a child; it was always around this time, even on one occasion requiring a hospital visit. Odd, I know.
But anyway, I’m scared to report this to my GP, as I fear my driving licence will be taken away, which is basically essential to my livelihood and job. I don’t ever drive in the mornings, as I like to be responsible well as most as possible.
But my question is: what would you do in my position? I only have one seizure every six months to a year. There was a period with a little more frequency, but so far, nothing for a whole year.
Unfortunately, it’s one of those things, but if I report it, then I feel like I’ll be punished for it. My GP doesn’t actually know its come back since when it started.
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ooooo now this is a tough one. I completely understand your fear of losing your livelihood. However, the possibility of you losing your life or endangering someone else’s should be the priority here. Imagine what terrible situation might happen if you have a seizure while driving! And when it comes to your own health, telling your doctor about your condition is also very important. Is there a world in which you figure out other options for you work wise and then set a date to inform your doctor once you have set something in motion? I’m sure that is easier said then done though.