How to manage seizures in an 18-year-old girl?

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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. Moreover, a brain MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) and electroencephalography (recording the brain's electrical activity) are usually needed as standard protocols for selecting the best treatment. As a general rule, if the seizure repeats two times, starting an anti-seizure medication is necessary. Because the chance of a seizure repeat is high, and any attack may be accompanied by some trauma or other injuries to the patient. Some lifestyle changes can be helpful, but those are insufficient and cannot be substituted as medical treatment. These strategies include avoiding caffeine and alcoholic beverages, avoiding sleep deficiency, and blinking lights, such as the lights in a dancing club or some concerts. So, I recommend they set an appointment with their family physician to arrange the necessary workup and referral for a neurologist.

I hope this helps.

Thank you.