Posted by Rick on October 04, 2000 at 17:06:18:

In Reply to: Epilepsy being started by drugs posted by Marcia on October 02, 2000 at 13:49:48:

: Hello everyone, I used to do a lot of different drugs. I was on herion for for a couple of yers and I o.d.ed a couple times as well.
: I've been sober for about 5 years now. I haven't really felt "right" for the past 2 years though. I've really got my life together, I still smoke pot every once in a while, but I don't do anything "crazy".
: Anyway, I started to have these weird staring episodes while I drive or when I'm at work that I can't control. Sometimes I just feel like my head is going to float away.My vision becomes slightly clouded and I
: feel a little nauseous. Does this sound like Epilepsy to any of you. Is it possible that my previous O.D.'s have caused this ? I'd really like some advice. I don't have any med insurance, so I'd like some opionions before I go spend $300 for a first time visit to a
: doctor.
: Thanks Everyone, Marcia

I saw that same sort of look in my partners eyes before his seisures started. Go to a doctor. Don't hesitate to get a good medical answer.