Epilepsy

Disorder characterized by abnormal electrical discharges in the brain, causing abnormal sensation, movement or level of consciousness.

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  • Epilepsy
    Epilepsy is a central nervous system (neurological) disorder in which brain activity becomes abnormal, causing seizures or periods of unusual behavior, sensations and sometimes loss of awareness. Anyone can develop epilepsy. Epilepsy affects both males and females of all races, ethnic backgrounds and ages
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