Epilepsy

Question 1

What are the symptoms of epilepsy?

Answer 1

• Uncontrollable shaking i.e., fits
• Losing focus
• Stiff
• Collapsing
• Tingly limbs
• Seizures

Question 2

What is the main area of the brain affected in epilepsy?

Answer 2

• The Temporal lobe is what leads to seizures
• The mesial portion in the temporal lobe is the most important in epilepsy

Question 3

What are the causes of Epilepsy?

Answer 3

• Genetics
• Autoimmune e.g., Ramussens syndome
• Brain damage

Question 4

What are some brain damages that cause epilepsy?

Answer 4

• Stroke
• Brain tumour
• Severe head injury
• Substance abuse
• Brain infection
• Lack of oxygen during birth

Question 5

What are some of the treatments for epilepsy?

Answer 5

• Anti-epileptic drugs
• Surgery to remove the part of the brain thats causing seizures
• The implantation of an electrical device which can control the seizures
• The individual placed on a ketogenic diet which helps to control seizures