How Do You Recognize The Symptoms Of Epilepsy?
Epilepsy is a disorder that causes interruptions in the normal electrical impulses governing brain function. Sudden and intense bursts of electrical energy in the brain trigger epileptic seizures. It is estimated that more than 3 million people in the United States have epilepsy. It affects people of all ages, races and ethnicities. In the majority of people with epilepsy, no single cause can be pinpointed. Note that epileptic seizures are identified by a change in awareness, consciousness or behavior. In a tonic-clonic seizure, the person may cry out before experiencing convulsions or spasms. They may also experience rapid, jerky movements, shallow breathing and, sometimes, loss of bladder or bowel control. Watch for sudden changes in muscle tone. Some seizures cause complete collapse. Called atonic seizures, they occur abruptly and without warning, and raise the risk of injury from falling. Observe unresponsive or dazed behavior. The person remains conscious but may appear sleepy or
