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Epilepsy
Epilepsy is a condition characterized by recurrent seizures that many include repetitive muscle jerking called convulsions. They are brought about by sudden abnormal discharges from brain cells and vary from minor twitches to what is called grand mal seizures.
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Taking of some drugs to an excessive amount can cause damage to the brain and result in Epilepsy. Such cases have been known.
What might happen to a police officer who has just developed epilepsy?
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- I have heard of a Police Officer who joined up with epilepsy - as far I am aware it hasn't caused any problems for them.
- Obviously the person has to be "seizure free" in order to drive ANY car. If not "seizure free" they are not able to continue their employment, because being a licensed driver is a basic requirement for all Police Officers, everywhere.
- Talk to your HR dept or Union rep and/or contact the EEOC. Under the Americans with Disabilities act, they have to make reasonable accommodation for your disability. Reassigning you to a non-driving position while your medication is being regulated may well be a reasonable accommodation.
- The answers above are too vague, and a better answer is available if you refer in the Discussion tab to the ORIGINAL question. If an employee becomes incapable of performing EVEN ONE of the job's "essential functions" (defined by the employer, not the employee) that employee has zero protection under ADA. Someone determined by a doctor to be unfit to drive a car or use a firearm is unable to perform essential functions of a police officer. ADA protection (and parallel state law protection) is gone. The employer has no duty to consider accommodation or to search for a reasonable (not too expensive or bothersome) accommodation. Many workers miss the point that disability laws cover only a narrow middle slice of medically impaired workers. ADA does not protect anyone with a minor or temporary impairment; nor does it protect anyone with a profound medical impairment that renders one or more essential duties impossible. ADA obliges employers to give attention to the middle-ground situation: substantial permanent impairment, but still marginally capable of doing the current job, with low cost accommodation. One answer above suggested reassignment. ADA (and parallel state law) includes no obligation to create a new and different position for the now-unqualified worker. A police officer must be able to drive and use firearms; if you can't do your current job, you are legally entitled to no accommodation from the employer.
- Since epilepsy can be controlled for 10, 20, 30 years without seizure, I wouldn't see why one couldn't become technically a police officer. However, our culture might not make it possible. Common folk who hear about such hire will get just a little bit paranoid when their sixth-grade paradigms are challenged. Many conclude, through an erroneous chain of assumption something like, if someone has epilepsy they have brain damage and if they have brain damage they have a mental disorder, if they have a mental disorder how can they (work, drive a car, become a police officer)? Add to that, a social more for the police officer to clean-the-state when the law doesn't quite let it happen and someone with epilepsy will face some strong obstacles upon hire.
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Are Golden Retrivers prone to epilepsy?
Yes, Golden Retrievers are among the dog breeds that are more prone to epilepsy, particularly idiopathic epilepsy, which has no identifiable cause. This condition can manifest as recurrent seizures, and while the exact prevalence can vary, it is known to occur more frequently in this breed than in others. Early diagnosis and management by a veterinarian are crucial for affected dogs to ensure a better quality of life. Regular check-ups can help monitor and manage the condition effectively.
How can Epilepsy cause strokes?
Epilepsy itself does not directly cause strokes, but certain factors associated with the condition can increase stroke risk. For example, individuals with epilepsy may experience changes in blood flow or have coexisting vascular conditions that predispose them to strokes. Additionally, some anti-seizure medications can affect blood vessel health or clotting, potentially contributing to stroke risk. Seizures may also lead to situations, like falls or injuries, that could indirectly result in a stroke.
Can black mold trigger seizures in people with epilepsy?
Yes, exposure to black mold can potentially trigger seizures in individuals with epilepsy. Mold can produce mycotoxins, which may lead to respiratory issues and neurological symptoms, possibly exacerbating seizure activity in sensitive individuals. Additionally, the stress and anxiety associated with mold exposure might also contribute to seizure triggers. However, responses can vary significantly among individuals, so it’s important for those with epilepsy to manage their environment carefully.
Did Hippocraties help epilepsy?
Hippocrates, often referred to as the "Father of Medicine," made significant contributions to the understanding of epilepsy in ancient times. He proposed that epilepsy was not a divine affliction but rather a medical condition with natural causes, which paved the way for more rational approaches to treatment. His observations emphasized the importance of diet and lifestyle in managing the condition, laying the groundwork for future medical inquiry into epilepsy. While his treatments were limited by the medical knowledge of his time, Hippocrates' work helped shift perceptions of the disorder toward a more scientific understanding.
Is epilepsy considered a degernerative disorder?
No. Epilepsy can cause some damage in very serious cases, but generally it is not a degenerative condition.
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What is a common symptom of epilepsy?
Epilepsy is defined as being the tendency to have recurring seizures. So the primary symptom of epilepsy is seizures. Seizures come in many types and many ranges of severity. There is the stereotypical view of seizures as being someone shaking all over violently, but many seizures can be so mild that you would not even notice that a person who is sitting beside you is having one.
What damage does petit mal do?
An epileptic seizure in itself, no matter if it's grand mal, doesn't do any direct damage in itself, but if you fall and bang your head, accidents are the only things that could cause damage :-)
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Which is best syrup for epilepsy?
Epilepsy is treated by medication, so things like syrup are irrelevant to its treatment. Epilepsy has many types, causes and levels of severity. Syrup would have no affect on any of those issues either. So there is no best syrup for epilepsy
Do nurses have to had a special degree to be able to treat epilepsy patients?
No. Any properly trained nurse can deal with someone with epilepsy. There are some nurses who specialise in it, so they would have done more detailed studies about epilepsy, not necessarily to the extent of having a degree specifically to do with it.
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Yes if the clinical picture is consistant
Epilepsy has a wide variety of forms, causes and severity. As such there is no single thing that can cure all forms of epilepsy. Each case is taken on its own merits and treated differently. Something that works for one person may have no effect for someone else.
