[24M] Experiencing chronic headaches and increased seizure frequency

What might be happening

Based on the information you've provided, possible diagnoses include:

• Migraine: Migraines are a type of headache characterized by throbbing pain, often on one side of the head, and can be accompanied by other symptoms such as light sensitivity. They can last for hours to days, and the pain can be so severe that it interferes with your daily activities.

  • Treatment typically involves pain-relieving medications and preventative medications.

• Seizure Disorders: Seizures are changes in the brain's electrical activity. This can cause dramatic, noticeable symptoms or even no symptoms at all. The symptoms can vary widely. You mentioned having seizures for about 10 years with increasing frequency, which is a significant concern.

  • Treatment typically involves medications, lifestyle changes like stress management and diet, and sometimes surgery.

• Anxiety Disorders: Anxiety can cause physical symptoms like headaches, difficulty breathing, and even seizures in some cases. However, this would be a diagnosis of exclusion, meaning your doctor would only consider this if other possible causes have been ruled out.

  • Treatment typically involves psychotherapy (counseling), medications, or both.

What you can do

1. Seek immediate medical attention. The combination of your symptoms is concerning and should be evaluated by a healthcare professional as soon as possible.
2. Try to identify any triggers for your headaches and seizures. This could include certain foods, stress, lack of sleep, etc. Avoiding these triggers might help reduce the frequency or severity of your symptoms.
3. Maintain a healthy lifestyle. Regular exercise, a balanced diet, and adequate sleep can help manage your symptoms and improve your overall health.

What you should look out for

• If your headaches or seizures become more frequent or severe
• If you experience new symptoms, such as confusion, difficulty speaking, or weakness on one side of your body
• If your symptoms interfere with your daily activities or quality of life

Please remember that while I strive to provide accurate information, I'm not a doctor and this advice should not replace a consultation with a healthcare professional.