How do members experience Vagus Nerve Stimulation (VNS) Adjustment?

Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness

Purpose Patients Evaluations Perceived Effectiveness
Seizures 12 5
Major depressive disorder 3 0
Epilepsy 2 0
Pain 1 0

Common side effects

Side effect Patients Percentage
Voice changes 2
Breathing difficulty 1
Dry cough 1
Electric shock sensations 1
Nerve pain in neck 1
Nervousness 1

Side effect severity

Side effects as an overall problem
Severity Evaluations Percentage
Severe 0
Moderate 1
Mild 4
None 0

Member evaluations

Madeline Belet

evaluated on Jan 09, 2013

  • Perceived effectiveness for epileptic tendencies: Major
  • Side effects: Mild