Epilepsy: Understanding Seizure Disorders
Epilepsy is a neurological disorder characterized by recurrent, unprovoked seizures caused by abnormal electrical activity in the brain. It affects people of all ages and can vary widely in severity, frequency, and impact on daily life.
What Is Epilepsy?
Epilepsy is not a single condition but a spectrum of disorders involving sudden, temporary disturbances in brain function. Seizures may range from brief lapses in attention to full-body convulsions. The condition can be caused by genetic factors, brain injury, infections, or developmental abnormalities, but in some cases, the exact cause remains unknown.
Types of Seizures
Focal Seizures (Partial Seizures)
Occur in one area of the brain.