The Essential Overview Of Epilepsy

Epilepsy Treatment And Coping

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Treatment for epilepsy begins with prescription medications to ease the intensity and decrease the frequency of seizures known as for as anti-seizure or anti-epileptic medications. Side effects of anti-epileptic medications may include fatigue, dizziness, weight gain, rashes, loss of bone density, depression, and inflammation. Approximately fifty percent of patients diagnosed with epilepsy will no longer suffer from seizures upon their first medication. However, if there is no progress, the doctor may suggest surgery or other therapies, such as the ketogenic diet.

To help cope with epilepsy, patients should take their medication as prescribed, get adequate sleep, regular exercise, and should wear a medical alert bracelet.

Continue reading to find out what may trigger epileptic seizures.

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