Epilepsy and Seizures

    All About Epilepsy

    Learn the facts about epilepsy and how to manage this seizure disorder.

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    Epilepsy Facts

    Know the Signs of Epilepsy

    While most people associate epilepsy with dramatic physical symptoms such as convulsions, there are actually 30 different types of seizures, with a very wide range of signs and symptoms. Sometimes an aura precedes the seizure, giving warning that it's coming.

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    Managing Epilepsy

    Trying Other Strategies

    Epilepsy Emergencies

    Find out when to call 9-1-1 if someone is having a seizure.

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    Epilepsy Challenges

    Do you know how to help someone having a seizure?

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    Is It Epilepsy?

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    Epilepsy Q&As

    Irene A. Semenov, DO
    Irene A. Semenov, DO
    Neurology, Clinical Neurophysiology
    NorthShore University HealthSystem    		 Q

    Is epilepsy a common neurological disorder?
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    Epilepsy is the third most common neurologic disorder which affects approximately 1 in 200 persons. It is more. . .


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