Epilepsy handout.

What is Epilepsy? 

Epilepsy is a disorder of the nervous system, which is either major or mild. Mild Epilepsy is( Petit Mal) which is a episodic loss of attention sleepiness.  Major Epilepsy is a more severe form which is (Grand Mal) .

Know cause of Epilepsy. 

• Head/Brain injuries
• Infections like Meningitis
• Brain tumours
• Subarachnoid haemorrhages
• Stroke
• Problems developing during childhood

WWW.brainandspine.org.uk


Know triggers of Epilepsy.

• Stress and Anxiety
• Some medicines 
• Lack of sleep
• Heavy alcohol and drugs
• Flicking and flashing lights
• Menstruation ( periods) 

 http://www.epilepsysociety.org.uk/epileptic-seizures#.VU4jx_lVhBd
http://www.epilepsysociety.org.uk/anxiety#.VU4xq_lVhBc
https://www.epilepsy.org.uk/info/depression