Epilepsy is a common neurological condition in which a person has a tendency to have recurring seizures.
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Each person experiences epilepsy in different ways depending on the type, frequency, severity and predictability of their seizures. In up to 70 percent of cases, medication can stop seizures occurring – or at least reduce them dramatically.
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Epilepsy is a disorder of brain function that takes the form of recurring seizures. It is one of the most common serious neurological conditions.
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SUDEP is sudden unexpected death in someone with epilepsy, who was otherwise well and in whom no other cause of death can be found, despite thorough post-mortem examination and blood tests. This does not include those who die in status epilepticus and those who die from a seizure-related accident.
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It is not uncommon when witnessing a seizure to feel frightened and helpless by recognizing the signs of seizures and knowing the appropriate first aid response, staying calm, you can help.
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If you have epilepsy or seizures you may be eligible to hold a learner permit or driver licence for private vehicles as long as your seizures are well-controlled. This article provides information on the implications of epilepsy on obtaining or retaining a learner permit or driver licence.
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