Solitary seizure?
Hi Folks,
I know this thread has gone quiet for a couple of months, however I decided to search the boards for EEG/seizure, and found this thread.
In November of last year, I sufferred a solitary seizure, which was more or less self-inflicted, the causes being very clear. Having had the standard tests (Bloods, ECG, EEG, MRI) as well as Consultation with a Neurologist, the blood tests were fine, the ECG was fine, the MRI was fine, but the EEG was positive.
To my understanding, as the Neurologist confirmed - a positive EEG alone, without a second seizure, cannot be used to diagnose epilepsy - and as such, they are not diagnosing me with it, nor are they putting me on any medication. On the 26th, I am off to see a specialist, to hopefully get some more information on the likely recurrence of the seizures, to give me some more information to send off to the CAA.
Does anyone have any knowledge of the Aviation Medical Unit at Gatwick, and their approach to Solitary Seizure? I know for sure the FAA allow solitary seizure... indeed, anyone suffering from epilepsy who is taking medication to control it, can pass a Class 1 in America.
I'd appreciate any input you can provide....
Best Wishes..