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Why does running increase my seizure activity? right frontal lobe tumor debulked in 2007, on seizure meds. neurologist suggested stop running.

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Dr. Addagada Rao answered

Follow the advice: Follow your doctor advised you for a reason, slight trauma like running or increased heart rate , may cause bleeding, increased electrical activity may trigger seizure, please follow the advice and good luck.

Dr Rhoads and another doctor agreed

Answered 6/19/2020

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A member asked:

Why does running increase my seizure activity? right frontal lobe tumor debulked in 2007, on seizure meds. neurologist suggested stop running.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Addagada Rao answered

Dr Rhoads and another doctor agreed

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