Epilepsy Flashcards
(5 cards)
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What causes epilepsy?
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Causes of epilepsy can be brain injury, anbormal struture of the brain or a stroke
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What is epilepsy?
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A neurological condition in which a person has a tendency to have recurring seizures
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Symptoms of epilepsy are recurring seizures. What are the symptoms of the seizures?
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Symptoms of the seizures include uncontrollable jerking, confusion, loss of conciousnes or drooling of the mouth
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What can we do to treat epilepsy?
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Treatment of epilepsy are usually anticonvulsant dugs.
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What parts of the nervous system are affected by epilepsy?
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Affects the central nervous system and the peripheral nervous system through the nerves that deliver seizure messages through the body
