You’ll probably get abloodtest before you start your medication. While you’re taking it, the doctor will want you to getbloodtests to see how your body handles the treatment. How often you need them depends on your type of epilepsy medication, other drugs you take, and any health condi...
Other types of brain scans also may be needed.Your doctor may want to check whether your seizures are related to causes outside the brain. To do so, he or she may order basic lab tests. These can include blood tests, urinalysis and an electrocardiogram (EKG)....
Lesson Transcript Instructors Artem Cheprasov View bio Epilepsy is a neurological disorder that affects the brain and is commonly characterized by recurring seizures. Learn about the definition, causes, and types of epilepsy, explore the clinical signs, symptoms, and diagnostics of this disorder, and...
Guillain-Barre Syndrome in Children - Signs and Treatment | GBS | Guillain-Barre Syndrome What Are Epilepsy Seizures In Children And What Are Its Types? In children, epilepsy seizures can occur in various forms and can also affect any part of the body. Based on which area of the brain is...
Surgical treatment of epilepsy falls into two categories based on the goal of the procedure. One category involves procedures with the goal of seizure control or cure. The other category involves surgical procedures that are intended to decrease seizure frequency, severity, and/or the requirement of...
Treatment for Status Seizures Prolonged (five minutes or greater) seizures may be termed status epilepticus. This condition is an emergency and requires emergency treatment to avoid hypoxia and other life-threatening problems. Frequently, status epilepticus is treated by intravenous medications and suppleme...
Epilepsy treatment and medication People with epilepsy may be treated by medication, surgery, therapies or a combination of the three. The WHO estimates that overall, 70% of people with epilepsy could control their seizures with anti-epileptic medication or surgery, but 75% of people with epilepsy...
Epilepsy, also known as seizure disorder, is common, and there are many types. About one in 26 people in the U.S. will develop the disease in their lifetime. It affects people of all races, ethnic backgrounds and ages. Anyone can develop epilepsy. ...
Treatment for Status Seizures Prolonged (five minutes or greater) seizures may be termed status epilepticus. This condition is an emergency and requires emergency treatment to avoid hypoxia and other life-threatening problems. Frequently, status epilepticus is treated by intravenous medications and suppleme...
Treating Different Types of Epilepsy Once you get a diagnosis, you and your doctor will decide on the best treatment. There are lots to choose from. Depending on the type of epilepsy you have, some treatments may work better than others. ...