Types of Epilepsy
Mesial temporal lobe epilepsy
Focal-onset seizures
Symptoms of ictal confusion:
Temporal Lobe Epilepsy with Stantonal Heteromoria(TLE) is one of the most common causes of epilepsy. Patients suffering from TLE have frequent episodes of abnormal electrical discharges in the hippocampus which leads to seizure activity. The symptomatology seen in TLE depends on the location of seizure focussing within the hippocampus. However, there are certain common features seen during the ictal period which will be discussed here.
Individuals suffering from TLE may have hallucinations or illusions, they may experience a feeling that something strange has happened without being able to recall exactly what this was about. Furthermore, any strong emotion such as fear or anger may trigger an episode.
There have been reports of some individuals who have experienced déjà vu during a seizure. In those cases, there were no accompanying illusions or hallucinations which is an atypical symptom of ictal confusion in TLE. Other symptoms associated with seizures include autonomic signs such as pallor, sweating, and flushing. Loss of consciousness can occur but is rare and amnesia for the event is also not common.
Symptoms of postictal confusion:
The Post-ictal state occurs after a seizure has stopped and it usually lasts for a few minutes to hours. The person suffers from clouding of awareness, orientation difficulties, memory problems & personality changes which can be permanent. During the post-ictal phase, patients may experience headaches and fatigue as well as mood changes such as depression or euphoria.
The orientation tends to be more severely impaired than other cognitive functions and hence there is a greater chance of misdiagnosis in patients with post-ictal confusion compared to other cognitive deficits which will be discussed below.
Types of epilepsy and symptoms:
simple partial seizures, complex partial seizures, tonic-clonic seizures, generalized seizures.
Symptoms Of Epilepsy are:
Tingling sensation in any part of the body. Loss of consciousness. Uncontrollable muscle twitching or cramps in the hands, arms, legs, or face. Fainting or blackouts.
Flashing lights that move across your field of vision. Auras – bright spots flashing in your line of sight before a seizure takes place. Slurred speech during an episode. Temporary confusion after a seizure. Vague symptoms such as nausea, moodiness, or problems with balance before a seizure takes place.
Symptoms Of Epilepsy Can Be:
– Loss of awareness
– Uncontrolled jerking movements in any part of the body
– Sudden loss of consciousness
– Flashing lights that move across your field of vision or into one eye
– Temporary confusion or being unable to think clearly after a seizure has taken place
Symptoms Of Epilepsy Can Be:
Unusual feelings, such as:
The sensation that something unreal is happening. A floating or swimming sensation. ‘Numbing’ or tingling around your mouth and fingertips. Tingling, lightheadedness, dizziness, nausea, blurred vision Symptoms Of Epilepsy In Women In Pregnancy Are:-
The above symptoms. Feeling the baby move less than usual for you. Feeling that your baby has stopped moving. Sudden, sharp pain in your lower belly or back, especially during an activity such as getting up from a chair or climbing stairs.
Symptoms Of Epilepsy In Women In Pregnancy Are:
– Loss of awareness
– Uncontrolled jerking movements in any part of the body
– Sudden loss of consciousness
– Flashing lights that move across your field of vision or into one eye
– Temporary confusion or being unable to think clearly after a seizure has taken place
– Feeling dazed, confused, or disoriented for a short time after a seizure has ended
– Nothing seems real during the seizure
The most common symptoms of epilepsy are:
Tingling or numbness around the mouth and fingertips. A sudden loss of consciousness. Flashing lights that move across your field of vision before a seizure takes place. Temporary confusion after a seizure. Auras – bright spots flashing in your line of vision before a seizure takes place.
Slurred speech during an episode. Vague symptoms such as nausea, moodiness, or problems with balance before a seizure takes place. Loss of awareness Uncontrolled jerking movements in any part of the body Sudden loss of consciousness Flashing lights that across your field of vision or into one eye Temporary confusion or being unable to think clearly after a seizure has taken place
different types of epilepsy:
– Simple partial seizures
– Complex partial seizures
– Tonic-Clonic Seizures – Generalized Seizures (absence, myoclonic, tonic, clinic to, tonic? clonic)
These Are The Main Types Of Epilepsy:
Medicines that treat epilepsy are sometimes called anticonvulsants or antiepileptic drugs (AEDs). Your doctor may recommend taking medicines for your whole life. Anticonvulsant drug therapy is usually lifelong because it prevents further damage to the brain.
When To Use AEDs:
• People with new-onset seizures should start treatment soon after their first seizure.
• Other people should start therapy when auras develop, if they have uncontrolled seizures or if their seizures last longer than usual.
Types of epilepsy medication:
– Sodium valproate
– Carbamazepine
– Lamotrigine
– Gabapentin
Types of epilepsy medicine:
Cannabis oil Epilepsy cures – This is a very common type of epilepsy, caused by the brain’s hyperactivity, which can easily be treated with cannabis oil. A high-fat diet can also help control seizures in people who suffer from this particular form of epilepsy.
Cannabidiol (a phytocannabinoid found in medical-grade cannabis) has been proven to treat many forms of epilepsy. CBD usually does not produce side effects either. Medical marijuana is an effective anticonvulsant treatment for some children with certain types of drug-resistant epileptic syndromes that are difficult to treat with standard AEDs. There
is an increasing amount of evidence that cannabis-based treatments for epilepsy reduce the frequency and severity of seizures.
Types of epilepsy in dogs:
– Canine epilepsy seizures can be controlled with phenobarbital and potassium bromide.
In conclusion, I would say that controlling epilepsy should start from childhood to avoid further complications in the future. The above treatments for different types of epilepsy are not only very successful but also make the life quality better for people suffering from this disease. Everybody wishes for long and healthy life without any kind of disease. It is possible if we keep our body clean and healthy, eat balanced food, and do daily exercises regularly.