Oct 14, 2023 · Epilepsy — also known as a seizure disorder — is a brain condition that causes recurring seizures. There are many types of epilepsy. In some people, the cause can be …

Nov 1, 2024 · A seizure is a sudden burst of electrical activity in the brain. It can cause changes in behavior, movements, feelings and levels of consciousness. Epilepsy is defined as having two …

Nov 1, 2024 · You see, an epileptic seizure is an abnormal electrical disturbance of the brain. The device is implanted under the skin, and four electrodes are attached to the outer layers of your …

Feb 1, 2025 · Usually, a tonic-clonic seizure is caused by epilepsy. But sometimes this type of seizure can be triggered by other health problems, such as a high fever or damage to the …

Nov 14, 2024 · Epilepsy surgery is a procedure to reduce seizures and improve the quality of life of people who have epilepsy. Epilepsy surgery is most effective when seizures always occur in …

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Dec 30, 2023 · Infórmate sobre esta afección que provoca convulsiones. Descubre cuáles son los síntomas vinculados a los distintos tipos de convulsiones y cómo se tratan.

Dec 21, 2024 · Autoimmune epilepsy is a type of epilepsy where seizures are caused by the immune system mistakenly attacking brain cells. It can occur with conditions that affect the …

Apr 2, 2025 · Of those diagnosed with epilepsy, approximately 30%, or 15 million people, are considered medication-resistant. Uncontrolled seizures often rob many people of their ability to …

Mar 22, 2025 · Seizures remain inadequately controlled in about a third of people with epilepsy. As a Level 4 comprehensive epilepsy center, Mayo Clinic is positioned to identify the best …