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网页There are many ways Epilepsy Action can help support you and your loved ones. Our trained advisors can give you an idea of our services or provide the answers and resources you need. Speak to our experts today. Get answers Connect with others One-to-one support Support in Northern Ireland Epilepsy Action Cymru Our online epilepsy training and ...
What is epilepsy? - Epilepsy Action
网页Epilepsy is a condition that affects the brain, causing repeated seizures. Anyone can have a one-off seizure, but it doesn’t always mean they have epilepsy. People are usually only diagnosed with epilepsy if their doctor thinks there’s a high chance they could have more seizures. Epilepsy can start at any age and there are many different types.
Epilepsy medicines - Epilepsy Action
网页Epilepsy medicines. The main treatment for epilepsy is taking epilepsy medicines. They are also known as epilepsy medication, anti-seizure medications (ASMs) or anti-epileptic drugs (AEDs). They don’t cure epilepsy, but try to prevent seizures from happening. They do this by changing the levels of chemicals in the brain that control ...
About epilepsy - Epilepsy Action
网页Epilepsy-related deaths. Epilepsy Action believes that it is very important for people with epilepsy and their families to be aware of the risks associated with epilepsy. Epilepsy-related deaths and SUDEP. Learn more today!
Epilepsy syndromes - Epilepsy Action
网页About epilepsy syndromes. Not everyone with epilepsy will be diagnosed with a syndrome. About half of babies and infants will be diagnosed with a syndrome, and about a third of older children. If you are diagnosed with one, it can help to understand your condition. It can also help with getting the right treatment and support.
UK epilepsy prevalence and incidence update - Epilepsy Action
网页2023年1月17日 · The new UK study by Wigglesworth and colleagues aimed to provide an update on the incidence of epilepsy (the number of new cases) and the prevalence (the number of people with epilepsy) in the UK between 2013-2018. The researchers used electronic health records of around 14 million people, representing around one fifth (20%) of the UK population.
Living with epilepsy - Epilepsy Action
网页Parenting is an exciting and challenging time in anyone’s life. Epilepsy can be part of that challenge. Whether you’re a parent with epilepsy, or you care for a child with epilepsy, we’re here for you. Parents and children 'Just for kids' Parents with epilepsy Education and epilepsy Our online course for parents.
About seizures - Epilepsy Action
网页Epilepsy is a condition that affects the brain and causes frequent seizures. Electrical activity is happening in our brains all the time, as networks of tiny brain cells send messages to each other. These messages control all our thoughts, movements, senses and body functions. A seizure happens when there is a sudden, intense burst of ...
Diagnosis - Epilepsy Action
网页An MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) scan is a test to check for any problems in your brain that can sometimes cause epilepsy. An ECG (electrocardiogram) is a test to check your heart activity. It’s used to check for any heart-related conditions that can cause symptoms that look like a seizure.
Focal seizures - Epilepsy Action
网页Focal aware seizure. During a focal aware seizure, you stay fully aware of what’s happening around you, even if you can’t move or respond. This type of seizure used to be called a simple partial seizure. Some people with epilepsy use the word ‘aura’ to describe the feeling they get that warns them they’re about to have a tonic-clonic ...