The Winter Season and Its Impact on Individuals with Epilepsy The winter season presents its own set of problems for people suffering from epilepsy, which is characterized by recurrent seizures. With drops in temperature and changes in environmental conditions, several triggers can cause an increase in the occurrence and intensity of seizures. It is essential…
Tests for Epilepsy The assessment and medical check for Epilepsy is quite comprehensive and clinical, where several tests are conducted to determine the functionality of the brain and assess the type of seizures. Below is a summary of the key diagnostic techniques and procedures that are usually conducted. Key Diagnostic Tests Electroencephalogram (EEG): The electrical…
Electroencephalography (EEG) The diagnostic device known as electroencephalography (EEG) is a non-invasive technique used to detect the electrical activity of the brain. Such patterns or wave oscillations are of importance, for example, if one would want to evaluate the functionality and the wellbeing of the brain. What EEG Methods Are Used And Why It Is…
Photosensitive Epilepsy Photosensitive Epilepsy: Understanding and Management. Photosensitive epilepsy is a form of epilepsy that is induced by visual stimuli, such as quick lights or strobe effects. It commonly affects a small percentage of individuals with epilepsy. People with this specific kind of epilepsy encounter a lot of difficulties in their day to day, especially…
Epilepsy and Swimming Aquatic sports can be very safe and enjoyable for people with epilepsy, however certain precautions are often advised. The International League Against Epilepsy (ILAE) allows swimming when medically supervised, and the neurologist may recommend that people with well-managed epilepsy can safely swim, especially if they have been seizure-free for a long period….
Will I have to stay on seizure medicine all my life? Will there ever be a day when I can stop taking seizure medicine? One of the most common and complex neurological disorders is epilepsy. Another widely held concern of those diagnosed with epilepsy is whether they will have take anticonvulsants forever. Several factors determine…
Common Myths About Epilepsy Many myths associated with epilepsy largely create misunderstandings and stigma about the disease. The following are the most common myths and their truths that have been uncovered: You can swallow your tongue during a seizure.This is not true; physically, it is impossible to swallow your tongue. You should put something in…
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