Epilepsy is a disorder that affects the central nervous system. During an epileptic episode, the brain's neural activity becomes disrupted. The disruption causes periods of unusual activity and seizures. A seizure can sometimes cause a loss of consciousness. During a seizure, people can have several different symptoms. Some people twitch their arms and legs uncontrollably, and other people stare blankly until the seizure is over.
Prescription Medications
Anti-epileptic medication can prevent seizures in some people. Some people have to take a combination of medications. You doctor can let you know when it is safe to stop taking your anti-epileptic medication. Many adults can stop taking medication once they are seizure-free for at least …show more content…
Your doctor will review your medical history, and he will need to know about any other medicines you are currently taking. Your doctor has to make sure that your anti-epileptic medication does not interfere with any other medicines you are taking. Your physician will likely prescribe one medication to control your seizures. If the seizures cannot be controlled with one medication, your doctor may increase your dosage. The medication can cause dizziness, fatigue, weight gain and skin rashes.
You should also follow the recommended dosage instructions. You should speak with your doctor immediately if you have unusual mood changes, suicidal thoughts or increased feeling of depression. Most people become seizure-free after taking one seizure medication. If your medication does not stop the seizures, your doctor may suggest other medical treatments.
Surgical Treatments
Your doctor may recommend surgery if the seizures are originating in one area of your brain. If the area does not interfere with any of your vital functions, your doctor may suggest removing the affected area. Some people continue to need anti-epileptic medications after a successful recovery, but you may be able to reduce your dosages and take fewer drugs. You should speak with your surgeon about his level of experience and success rates. A small number of people have permanent complications after a surgical
Prescription Medications
Anti-epileptic medication can prevent seizures in some people. Some people have to take a combination of medications. You doctor can let you know when it is safe to stop taking your anti-epileptic medication. Many adults can stop taking medication once they are seizure-free for at least …show more content…
Your doctor will review your medical history, and he will need to know about any other medicines you are currently taking. Your doctor has to make sure that your anti-epileptic medication does not interfere with any other medicines you are taking. Your physician will likely prescribe one medication to control your seizures. If the seizures cannot be controlled with one medication, your doctor may increase your dosage. The medication can cause dizziness, fatigue, weight gain and skin rashes.
You should also follow the recommended dosage instructions. You should speak with your doctor immediately if you have unusual mood changes, suicidal thoughts or increased feeling of depression. Most people become seizure-free after taking one seizure medication. If your medication does not stop the seizures, your doctor may suggest other medical treatments.
Surgical Treatments
Your doctor may recommend surgery if the seizures are originating in one area of your brain. If the area does not interfere with any of your vital functions, your doctor may suggest removing the affected area. Some people continue to need anti-epileptic medications after a successful recovery, but you may be able to reduce your dosages and take fewer drugs. You should speak with your surgeon about his level of experience and success rates. A small number of people have permanent complications after a surgical