i bit the bullet and started virastop 1/2 capsule a day, changed to 1/4 capsule twice a day starting dosages. it has been 3 days. annie developed the rash 3 hours after first dose. looks like a few pimples on leg and tummy. i am thrilled.

then i noticed that i did not notice any seizures. i figured my mind was playing tricks on me as she has breakthrough seizures all the time. then, sit down for this one, she learned to change the channel on the tv today. she pushes the buttons and changes it up and then back down to her elmo video. wow. what is this? she is more focused, more in tuned, happier, playful and kissing not biting. all this in 3 days- doesnt seem possible but its about time we got a wow response after little to no responses to so many other interventions.

my plan is to increase the virastop over time slowly as annie is a sensitive gal, and get my pediatricians input on valtrex. could it be that we are actually finally addressing a causative factor for annies epilepsy and autism? still on the fence about vitamin A but wow what a christmas gift for us-and thanks for all the advice and the great great support.

[My thanks to Teresa for allowing me to use her child's story on my site.]