Overview

Epilepsy is a central nervous system (neurological) disorder in which brain activity becomes abnormal, causing seizures or periods of unusual behavior, sensations, and sometimes loss of awareness

Symptoms

Temporary Confusion, uncontrolled jerking movement of the arms and legs,loss of consciousness or awareness

Causes

Genetic Influence, head trauma, Stroke, Brain Tumour, Infectious diseases, Prenatal Injury, Developmental Disorders

Diagnosis

Patient history, EEG, CT Scan,MRI scan

Prevention

Getting adequate sleep, Avoiding drugs and alcohol, learning stress manangement and relaxation techniques

Treatment

AEDs (Antiepileptic drugs)

Everyday Life

Concerns may arise, such as how seizures may affect family life, other relationships, school, work, or recreation. Also, having a lot of seizures and taking seizure medications may affect how people think, feel, and their ability to cope with the effects of their epilepsy

Resources

www.epilepsy.com