Feb 11, 2024, 03:00PM ISTSource: TIMESOFINDIA.COM
On World Epilepsy Day, Dr. Amit Kumar Agarwal, Consultant, Dept of Neurology, Amrita Hospital Faridabad debunks several myths around the disease. Epilepsy is a neurological disorder characterized by recurrent seizures due to abnormal brain activity. Causes vary and may include genetics, brain injury, or infection. Seizures range from brief lapses of awareness to convulsions, impacting daily life and safety. Diagnosis involves medical history, neurological exams, and tests like EEG. Treatment often includes anti-seizure medications, lifestyle modifications, and in some cases, surgery.
