Epilepsy & Seizure

Epilepsy is a condition that causes repeated seizures due to abnormal electrical activity in the brain.

Seizures can look different from person to person, and not all seizure-like events are epilepsy. A proper evaluation helps clarify the diagnosis and guide treatment.

Seizures can present in different ways, including:

• Focal (partial) seizures 
• Generalized seizures 
• Absence seizures 
• Tonic-clonic seizures 

Symptoms may include:

• Staring spells 
• Sudden confusion 
• Jerking movements 
• Loss of awareness

Evaluation may include:

• A detailed neurological history and exam 
• EEG (brain wave testing) 
• Brain imaging (MRI), when needed 
• Laboratory or genetic testing

A thorough evaluation helps determine the type of seizure and guide the most appropriate treatment.

Anti-seizure medications are adjusted carefully over time to improve seizure control while minimizing side effects.

For more complex or difficult-to-control seizures, we work closely with tertiary epilepsy centers when needed, ensuring access to advanced testing and treatment options while continuing to guide your care locally.