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VNS for Fibromyalgia follow-up by Deb Patient Expert results of pre-clinical and clinical research studies suggesting that VNS therapy may target central... were to participate, the patient would be in this VNS pilot study for at least one year." Cyberonics BE WELL. ...
VNS for Fibromyalgia follow-up by Deb Patient Expert on the encouraging results of pre-clinical and clinical research studies suggesting that VNS therapy may target... were to participate, the patient would be in this VNS pilot study for at least one year." Cyberonics ...
VNS Therapy - we are all familia ... by Medical Quack Patient ExpertHealth Maven VNS Therapy - we are all familiar with defibrillators, but for severe cases of depression there is also a similar technology... VNS can be utilized with Bipolar depression and others who have not had success...
5 Days Seizure Free... and counting! by Kelly Patient Expert without a seizure! So we are now "5 days seizure free" and counting (and knocking on all the wood I can find as I type this!) This could mean that the new seizure med is helping, and that in fact the "new stuff...
Seizures? by Ali Patient ExpertFacebook Yes, seizures with a question mark. Actually, I've kind of come to realize that everything involving the brain should be followed with a question mark!  The first time I mentioned seizures...
As we begin the month of August,... by Kelly Patient Expert As we begin the month of August, we celebrate the continued stability in Jenelle's seizures and 3... last Monday for another follow up. We informed him that the status of her myoclonic seizures remain the same...
Epilepsy Treatment by Paul L. Healthy Living Professional , suggested I consider VNS to control my seizures since they are considered intractable if not controlled... A relative of mine in California is about to have a vagus nerve stimulation ( VNS ) implant...
Young And Dynamic Epilepsy A ... by Serene L. Patient Expert example of a teenager with epilepsy who does not allow seizures to affect her life in any way... to you about what I am feeling each day, and showing how Epilepsy affects my life. I have currently been implanted with a VNS...
A Mom’s Journey With Epilepsy by Kirsty815 Patient Expert  The Doctors, to talk about living with epilepsy and her Vagus Nerve Stimulator, VNS - Implant.  I was honored..., came home and hit the sack. Andrew woke up to me having a grand mal seizure and called 9-1-1. I proceeded...
TREATMENT OPTIONS : VAGUS NERVE ... by Serene L. Patient Expert stimulation. Although complete seizure control is seldom achieved, the majority of people who use VNS therapy... is another form of treatment that may be tried when medications fail to stop seizures. It is currently approved...

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Treatment ... guide' section of this article. Vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) If, after trying various types of AED, your epilepsy ... » Read on

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My experience with Neurology and Psych...
So, I developed seizures after my car wreck in 2007.  The neuro residents at my local ACC... Complex seizures I have, and have had, for nearly 4.5 years... to them... are "all in my head... over them but, they are not neuro based on the 3 EEGs we've given you because we've found no seizure activity...crap

Possibility of Vagas Nerve Stimulation
I was wondering about how much evidence is out there about VNS therapy. My doctor says I am a great canidate for it. With many failed treatmets in the last 4 years. I am BP 2. I have TRD... ECT treatments. I have been through a lot. I have read everything I could about VNS. And my doctor...crap

Vagus Nerve Stimulator
What is the latest on VNS for depression?  My doctor, when I first found out about it, stated it was so much nonsense.  I've since changed doctors twice and the doctor just leaving the center where I get med checks, said to go for it.  She thought it was worth pursuing.  So now I want to know what's new and has anybody reading...crap

Vagus Nerve Stimulation: Promising Fibromyalgia Treatment Possibility
. Vagus nerve stiumlation (VNS) involves implanting a small device (similar to a pacemaker... the stimulator has been implanted, it is programmed to generate pulses of electricity at set intervals.  VNS....  The testing and use of VNS with these patients revealed a surprising but welcome side effect –– pain relief...crap

can light therapy help treatment resistant depression
hi, i have been labeled treatment resistant which is depressing in it's own right. i dohave good days ans i'm doing everything i can i take several meds i get ect's i have a vns. i don't however use light therapy and wonder if i should invest in a light. i have noticed a dive in my depression...crap

Group Launches Web Site Offering Support, Advice to Children Affected by HIV/AIDS in Vietnam
to children living with or affected by HIV/AIDS in Vietnam, the VNS/Vietnam News reports. According to Chu... with the disease in the country are children under age 13. According to the VNS/News, the Web site provides... and posted information about 200 children on the Web site. According to the VNS/ News, the identities...crap

Top 75 Migraine and Headache Questions, #57
the VNS (Vega Nervous Stimulator) would benefit me? I do know it helps for depression but I wonder.... Answer: Dear Lynn; Before thinking of VNS, there are a lot of medication options out there... have official approval. VNS has a very little amount of data; mostly anecdotes. Seek out a headache specialist...crap

Vietnam Launches HIV/AIDS Prevention Campaign Targeting Youth
in the country, the VNS/Viet Nam News reports. The campaign will focus on youth ages 15 to 24 in 15 provinces... and 2011. The HIV/AIDS youth campaign is the largest of its kind launched in Vietnam, according to VNS... levels (VNS/Viet Nam News, 8/21). Back to other news for August 2008 Reprinted with permission...crap

What is the status of FDA approval for repetetive transcranial magnetic stimulation for depression?
rTMS is approved in most developed countries in the world, but not the US. It has shown to be more effective than VNS, which has been FDA-approved. It is also more effective than antidepressnat meds, and almost as effective as ECT, without the side effects, and is much more affordable than ECT. Why are we hearing...crap