Category Archives: Basics

What Is Epilepsy?

Posted on February 2, 2012 by admin

Epilepsy is a chronic neurological disorder characterized by recurrent unprovoked seizures. If you have had more than one seizure without any identified provoking factor such as head trauma, fever, alcohol intake, illicit drug abuse, etc. you may have epilepsy. Between … Continue reading →

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What is Seizure?

Posted on January 22, 2012 by admin

Seizure is an alteration in behavior due to abnormal synchronous discharges of neurons in the brain. Seizure symptoms depend on location of discharging neurons. If seizures originate from the neurons close to area controlling motor activity, the patient will experience physical activity … Continue reading →

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What Tests are Used to Diagnose Epilepsy?

Posted on January 12, 2012 by admin

Is there a certain type of test needed for epilepsy diagnosis? The diagnosis of epilepsy is a clinical diagnosis. Your doctor will diagnose epilepsy based on the information from the history, physical examination, EEG, and brain imaging studies. There are … Continue reading →

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