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Epilepsy is a disorder that affects the central nervous system in which brain activity becomes abnormal causing seizures, periods of unusual behavior and sometimes a loss of awareness.
Did you know that over 65 million people have epilepsy worldwide that is 250 000 people in Australia.
Epilepsy is the fourth most common neurological disorder, it affects people of all ages.
The signs and symptoms of epilepsy are as follows:
Temporary confusion.
A staring spell.
Stiff muscles.
Uncontrollable jerking movements of the arms and legs.
Loss of consciousness or awareness.
Psychological symptoms such as fear, anxiety or deja vu.
Epilepsy isn't something that patients get stuck with forever. In fact, there are a variety of anti-epileptic drugs that can be administered over long periods of time to help stop the illness completely. And if that doesn't work surgery is also an option. To learn more, copy and paste the link in a new tab.
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ovsw7tdneqE
Watch this video for information on what to do if an epileptic seizure occurs. Copy and Paste in a new tab.
Whether it be drugs or surgery, both can help with epilepsy.