Epilepsy: Seizures, Symptoms & Causes

All About Epilepsy

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

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

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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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Can You Have a Seizure and Not Know It?

Look out for these symptoms.

Are You at Risk
for Epilepsy?

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Epilepsy Q&As

Irene A. Semenov, DO Neurology, Clinical Neurophysiology NorthShore University HealthSystem	Q	Is epilepsy a common neurological disorder?
	A	Epilepsy is the third most common neurologic disorder which affects approximately 1 in 200 persons. It is more. . . Read More

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