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What are teatment of epilepsy?
The first thing doctors always try is medication. If that fails to control your seizures there are a couple of more options depending on wether your seizures are focal or generalized. There is the vagus nerve stimulator (VNS) for focal seizures. If that fails, the last alternative is surgery. Surgery best treats focal seizures, but can also treat generalized seizures. If you are a qualifying candidate for surgery, it will either decrease or eliminate sezure activity.
Do all seizures involve a complete loss of motor control?
No, not all seizures involve a complete loss of motor control. Seizures can vary widely in presentation; some, like tonic-clonic seizures, do involve loss of motor control, while others, such as absence seizures, may result in brief lapses of awareness without significant motor changes. Additionally, focal seizures can lead to specific muscle movements or sensations without a total loss of control.
What are the different focal seizures?
Focal seizures are divided into simple or complex based on the level of consciousness during an attack. Simple partial seizures occur in patients who are conscious, whereas complex partial seizures demonstrate impaired levels of consciousness.
Types of Epilepsy Seizure?
There is temporal lobe epilepsy (which is the most common), frontal lobe epilepsy, parietal lobe epilepsy, and occipital lobe epilepsy. however, seizures are catagorized into two catagories: focal seizures and generalized seizures.
What has the author Rebecca Lynn Billingsley written?
Rebecca Lynn Billingsley has written: 'Attentional control in children and adolescents after a unilateral temporal-lobe excision for intractable seizures' 'Implicit and explicit memory in focal epilepsy'
What are the types of convulsions?
There are several types of convulsions, primarily categorized into two main groups: generalized and focal. Generalized convulsions affect both sides of the brain and include types like tonic-clonic seizures, absence seizures, and myoclonic seizures. Focal convulsions, on the other hand, originate in one specific area of the brain and can manifest as simple partial seizures or complex partial seizures. Each type varies in symptoms and duration, reflecting different underlying neurological conditions.
What is the most common surgical procedure for treating seizures?
The most common type of surgery is the focal cortical resection. In this procedure, a small part of the brain responsible for causing the seizures is removed.
What are symptoms of neurosarcoidosis affecting the CNS?
Signs and symptoms of CNS involvement can include polyuria, polydipsia, obesity, impotence, amenorrhea, confusion/amnesia (short and long term memory), meningitis, and seizures (focal seizures).
Where in the brain does epilepsy occur?
Epilepsy is located in the brain. It depends on which type of seizures you have and the cause as to where it is comming from. Focal (simple and complex partial) seizures come from a single area of the brain. Generalized seizures come from multiple areas of the brain.
Could dizziness and rapid eye movement be a seizure?
Yes, dizziness and rapid eye movement can be associated with seizures, particularly certain types such as focal seizures or complex partial seizures. These symptoms may indicate abnormal electrical activity in the brain, potentially leading to a loss of awareness or control over eye movements. However, it's essential to consult a medical professional for an accurate diagnosis, as these symptoms can also result from other medical conditions.
What are simple partial seizures?
Simple partial seizures do not spread from the focal area where they arise. Symptoms are determined by the part of the brain affected. The patient usually remains conscious during the seizure and can later describe it in detail.
How long do convulsions last?
Convulsions, or seizures, typically last from a few seconds to a few minutes. Most generalized tonic-clonic seizures last between 1 to 3 minutes, while focal seizures may be shorter. If a seizure lasts longer than 5 minutes, it is considered a medical emergency known as status epilepticus and requires immediate attention. Always consult a medical professional for specific concerns regarding seizures.
