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Aug 18, 2020 · After a first seizure (PDF 658KB) - Anyone can have a single seizure at some point in their life.For some people this can be a frightening and upsetting event. Alcohol, drugs and epilepsy (PDF 837KB) - The effects of consuming alcohol and drugs. Anti-seizure Medication (PDF 1067KB) - An introduction to anti-seizure medication. Carers (PDF 680KB) - Being a carer for someone with epilepsy: what ...

Sep 24, 2024 · Focal impaired awareness seizures (FIAS) affect a bigger part of one hemisphere (side) of the brain than focal aware seizures. This seizure was previously called complex partial seizures.

Sep 23, 2024 · Non-epileptic seizures (NES) or functional (sometimes called dissociative) seizures may look similar to epileptic seizures but they are not caused by abnormal electrical activity in the brain.

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Feb 16, 2020 · Epilepsy Society's Chalfont Centre in Chalfont St Peter, Buckinghamshire has been the charity's home since it was founded in 1892. Explore our on-site facilities, volunteering and career opportunities, events and more below.

Oct 17, 2024 · Having seizures, or being told “you have epilepsy”, can affect people in different ways. This includes driving, sleep, work and travel.

Sep 4, 2024 · An Electroencephalogram (EEG) records the electrical activity of the brain by picking up the electrical signals from the brain cells. These signals are picked up by electrodes attached to the head and are recorded on paper or on a computer.

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1 First aid for epileptic seizures What to do if someone has a seizure Knowing how to help someone during and after a seizure may help you to feel more confident if a ...