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Medical Conditions - Epilepsy

Recurrent seizures caused due to sudden and uncontrolled changes in the brain's electrical activity is called epilepsy. People with epilepsy have symptoms like confusion, uncontrolled jerking of the hands and legs, loss of consciousness, tiredness, etc. The factors that increase the risk of epilepsy are head injury, stroke, brain tumor, infectious diseases, birth brain defects, and autism.

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Do seizure alert dogs help with uncontrolled epilepsy?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Some dogs are trained as response dogs to help during or after a seizures.

How do I explain epilepsy to my 8-year-old after a seizure?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I see where you are coming from. An eight-year-old child is incapable of abstract thought and does not understand the long-term effects of illness.

Can a seizure develop for the first time in a 47-year-old?

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How can I cope with misconceptions about epilepsy?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I am glad that you shared your experience with me, and I can understand that it is tough to live with this disorder.

Can my father, aged 68, benefit from newer epilepsy meds?

Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I can understand why both you and your father would feel cautious about changing a medication that has kept his seizures under control for many years.

Answered By
Dr. Ashraf Ghani

Dr. Ashraf Ghani

At 25, how do I keep faith with this new diagnosis?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query and understand your concern I can understand that it is difficult to adjust to a diagnosis that can truly change your life.

How do I cope as my 53-year-old husband's caregiver?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Yes, it is very difficult to manage caring for patients who are suffering from epilepsy, as it can be a terrifying experience, and caregivers can experience burnout.

Why does epilepsy feel like a hidden disability?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for the query, and I am glad you shared it with me. It takes incredible effort to live with epilepsy and to face the stigma as well.

Why does the fear of having another seizure feel worse at 30?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query and understand your concern.

Answered By
Dr. Ashraf Ghani

Dr. Ashraf Ghani

Have you had a seizure without any warning aura at 43?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your query and understand your concern.

Answered By
Dr. Ashraf Ghani

Dr. Ashraf Ghani

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