- What type of epilepsy do I have?
- Am I likely to have more seizures if I don’t get medication or other treatments?
- If I need medication, what side effects can I expect? What should I do when I notice these side effects?
- What should I do if I have another seizure?
- Is it safe for me to drive? If not, when will it be safe to start driving again?
- Is it safe for me to swim? Are there any other activities I should be cautious about participating in?
- Is it safe for me to drink alcohol?
- What should I tell my friends, co-workers, and family members about this condition?
- What support organizations for epilepsy are in my area?
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- Epileptic or Infantile Spasms
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65 million - Number of people worldwide with epilepsy |
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1 in 26 people in the United States will develop epilepsy at some point in their lifetime |
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6 out of 10 - Number of people with epilepsy in which the cause is unknown |
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150,000 - Number of new cases of epilepsy in the United States each year |
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