Causes of Epilepsy and How to Treat it? by Dr.umarish

 Epilepsy         

Epilepsy is a brain disorder in which nerves do not send messages properly, causing seizures. A seizure is uncontrolled electrical activity that changes thinking, behavior, perception, and nerve function. Although there is no cure for epilepsy, there are many treatment options. About 70 percent of people with epilepsy can control their condition with medication.

What is epilepsy disease?
Epilepsy is a chronic disease (disease) in which seizures occur frequently due to the electrical activity of brain cells. your brain causes uncontrolled electrical activity in the brain causes seizures. Seizures include changes in posture, movement control (muscles may shake or shake), thoughts, feelings, and behavior.

Who gets epilepsy?

Anyone of any age, race, or gender can get epilepsy.

What happens to the brain when you have a stroke?

  The brain sends and receives messages from every part of your body. The electrical impulses are disturbed. Instead, electricity - like invisible thunder - is transmitted between cells in one or more parts of the brain. These electrical disturbances cause changes in mood (such as forgetfulness), thoughts, feelings, and muscles.

Common symptoms of epilepsy include:

Tired:
Sleep disorders such as fatigue, anxiety, and sleep disorders such as insomnia.
Drink alcohol, don't drink alcohol, or take illegal drugs.
Hormonal changes or hormonal changes during pregnancy.
Fever.
The principle of fire or fire.
Not eating well or drinking enough water; lack of vitamins and minerals.
Excessive stress on the body.
Special foods (caffeine is a stimulant).
The water is not clean.

The symptoms of epilepsy are:

Temporary death or unconsciousness.
Loss of physical control, muscle tremors, immobility.
Temporary confusion, slow thinking, difficulty speaking and understanding.
Changes in hearing, vision, taste, smell, nausea, or vomiting.
Language or comprehension problems.
Stomach pain, runny nose or fever, goosebumps.

What causes epilepsy?

 In most cases (about 70% of cases), the doctors do not know why. Here are some of the known reasons:

Genetic factors. Certain types of epilepsy (such as childhood epilepsy) seem to run in families.
 Inflammation of the temporal lobe (the part of the brain near the ear) can lead to dementia.
 It can be caused by a head injury, a fall, or a blow to the head.
Brain disease. Diseases include brain tumors, depression, encephalopathy, and arthritis.
Prevention of diseases. Seizures can be caused by a condition where the immune system attacks the brain (also known as an autoimmune disease).
Genetic disorders affecting the brain are a common cause of epilepsy, especially in people whose seizures are not controlled by antiepileptic drugs.

How is epilepsy diagnosed?

Your doctor will ask you or a family member.

The muscles trembled.
Change your breathing.
Light skin tone.
He had a white face.
Difficulty speaking or understanding.

How is this disease diagnosed? 

Tests include:

Electroencephalography (EEG): This test measures the electrical activity of the brain. Some abnormal electrical patterns are associated with delays.
Brain scan: Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) to look for tumors, disease, or vascular abnormalities.

How do we treat epilepsy?

Treatment includes anticonvulsants, special diets (often in addition to ant-seizure medications), and surgery.

Antiseptic:
Seizures can be controlled in 60-70% of people with epilepsy. Epilepsy treatment is individualized.
Diet:
The ketogenic diet and the modified Atkins diet—a high-fat, moderate-protein, low-carbohydrate diet—are two diets that are sometimes recommended for people with epilepsy.

surgery and supplies:
If anti-seizure medications don't control your seizures and your hands are stiff, your doctor may consider surgery. Epilepsy surgery can be a safe and effective option when more than two attempts at anticonvulsants fail to control seizures.

Is there a cure for epilepsy?

Epilepsy cannot be cured. But there are different treatments for epilepsy.

About 70% of people with epilepsy do not receive adequate treatment for several years. The remaining 30% are anti-epileptic drugs. These people should visit an epilepsy clinic to determine if they are a good candidate for epilepsy surgery.

How long should I take anti-epilepsy medication?

It depends on what type of epilepsy you have and how you respond to the medication. Some people who have been disabled for years may stop taking medications. It's up to the doctor to decide.

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