I'm a CNA- scheduled for graveyard shift this month. I am having big trouble maintaining seizure control, due to there being a necessary lapse in medication schedule. Auras begin to hit as I get off my first night of work, and keep going for a good week (as 6 days later, I have to switch back to taking my phenobarbital at night). I've tried just taking the phenobarbital in the mornings, but within a couple of hours, I can't keep my eyes open! So, I go back to taking it at night. Basically, every week going from nights to days (or vice-versa). This has created absolute havoc in my life!
I agreed to work my week (almost 2 weeks ago) but let them know I needed to get back to evenings asap due to my breakthrough seizures. The D.O.N. agreed it was necessary to take me off asap. But I go back Friday to work 6 more nights despite (and of course, she's off until Monday).
I called my IM doctor twice today, and left messages for her to call back asap. Haven't heard back yet. I'm freaking out, because I feel very unsafe with these strong auras hitting frequently. What else can (or should) I do?
Thanks for your help!
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