I think a second opinion never hurts. Even if your vet does give you meds, you might want to make an appointment with another vet just to see who you feel more comfortable with.

Be careful with what meds you get. I know some of the meds for epileptic dogs compromise their liver. But they do need the meds.

Here are some hints about living with a dog who has seizures:
http://www.canine-epilepsy.com/living.html

And here's a discussion on a forum about seizures:
http://www.champdogsforum.co.uk/board/topic/24798.html