Pregnance i have been trying to get pregnant for awhile. i do take sezurie medicine is this the problem that i am not getting pregnant? or is it something more serious? is there anything i can do to get pregnant?

It : It is crucial that you get your doctor involved as your prepare for pregnancy. Women who take anti-seizure medications carry a high risk for pregancies involving fetal malformations (birth defects), prenatal death, miscarriage and increased siezure activity. This is due to the fact that the medicines contain chemicals that cause birth defects in fetuses. Once your doctor is involved, he/she will determine if your anti-seizure medications can be tapered, set you up with prenatal care and supplements (such as folic acid) and determine yuor risk factors for increased seizure activity during pregancy. It is a good thing you asked this question! please follow up with your doctor and do not attempt to get pregnant until he/she is involved so they can guide you and your baby accordingly for a healthy result.

Check with your doc: Seizure medications may increase your risk of birth defects. You should review these meds with your OB to sure they are safe for you to take. They can also mess up your cycles and cause infertility.