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Epilepsy is a brain disorder involving repeated, spontaneous seizures of any type. Seizures("fits," convulsions) are episodes of disturbed brain function that cause changes in attention or behavior. |
Basic Info
Symptoms
The severity of symptoms can vary greatly, from simple staring spells to loss of consciousness and violent convulsion...
Causes
People with this condition have no other neurological problems, but sometimes have a family history of seizures or ep...
Tests
A physical examination (including a detailed neurologic examination) may be normal, or it may show abnormal brain fun...
Treatments
For treatment of seizures, please see Seizures - first aid. If an underlying cause for recurrent seizures (such as in...
Drugs
A combination of drugs may be needed to control some symptoms, but most patients who have epilepsy take one of the fo...
Supplements
KETOGENIC DIET. A special high-fat, low-protein, low-carbohydrate diet is sometimes used to treat patients whose sev...
Alternative Therapies
In these groups, members share common experiences and problems. See: Epilepsy- support group.In addition to groups th...
Prevention
Generally, there is no known way to prevent epilepsy. However, proper diet and sleep, and staying away from illegal d...
Doctor Specialties
Call your local emergency number(such as 911) if this the first time a person has had a seizure or if a seizure is oc...
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