Treatment for epilepsy can be done via medication, surgery, certain devices, or a few changes in dietary habits. The medicines that are used in the treatment of epilepsy are known as anti-epileptic drugs, some examples of these drugs are Phenytoin, Carbamazepine, etc.
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My 18-year-old daughter has recently experienced seizures. Help.
Query: Hello doctor, My 18-year-old daughter has recently experienced seizures. We are seeking information to understand the condition, its potential causes, and available treatment options in a better way. She has had this seizure twice in her lifetime right from her birth. She got this attack while she w... Read Full »
Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I understand your concern.Your question is very general, and more data about the patient needs to be collected. However, as a general guide, seizure management needs a complete evaluation. Medical and family history taking, as well as physical examination, are necessary.... Read Full »
I am a 42-year-old male and have been suffering epilepsy. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor, I am a 42-year-old male, and I weigh about 196 pounds. I have epilepsy. This afternoon I was working on my computer at home, and I was working, but I had no memory of what I did for about 15 minutes. It is as if my memory recorder was switched off at this time, but I still kept going. T... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Yes, that is one type of epilepsy symptom. You told me you were diagnosed with photos sensitivity epilepsy. Here watching a computer window for a long time may trigger epilepsy. Do not look computer screen for a long time. Better consult your neurologist. Thank you. Read Full »