Epilepsy
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While Epilepsy varies widely in type and severity,all forms of this disorder are characterized by recurring seizures resulting from abnormal cell firing in the brain.
About 30% of cases, Epilepsy is caused by such events as head trauma, tumor,stroke, or infection. In cases there is no known cause,recent evidence suggests there may be genetic predisposition to developing the disease.
Epilepsy affects approximately 1% of the population, making it one of the most common neurological diseases.
Most people with epilepsy live a full and healthy life, however they should know that epilepsy can be fatal.Some people with epilepsy may lose their lives from accidents or the underlying cause of their condition, such as tumors or genetic syndromes.But the leading epilepsy-related cause of death is believed to be Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy, also known as SUDEP. This frightening reality is too often hidden or ignored because the topic is difficult to discuss and the cause is unknown.
About 30% of cases, Epilepsy is caused by such events as head trauma, tumor,stroke, or infection. In cases there is no known cause,recent evidence suggests there may be genetic predisposition to developing the disease.
Epilepsy affects approximately 1% of the population, making it one of the most common neurological diseases.
Most people with epilepsy live a full and healthy life, however they should know that epilepsy can be fatal.Some people with epilepsy may lose their lives from accidents or the underlying cause of their condition, such as tumors or genetic syndromes.But the leading epilepsy-related cause of death is believed to be Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy, also known as SUDEP. This frightening reality is too often hidden or ignored because the topic is difficult to discuss and the cause is unknown.