Epilepsy is a neurological disorder which affects the brain and causes frequent seizures. A seizure is a sudden rush of electrical activity in the brain.

The brain activity becomes abnormal and there is a period of unusual behavior, sensations and loss of awareness.

There are two main types of seizures:

• Generalized seizures- affect the whole brain.
• Focal, or partial seizures- affect just one part of the brain.

Seizure signs and symptoms may include:

• Temporary confusion
• A staring spell
• Uncontrollable jerking movements of the arms and legs
• Loss of consciousness or awareness
• Psychic symptoms such as fear, anxiety or Déjà vu.

It has no prominent cause in half of the cases.

In other cases, it may occur due to:

• Head trauma: As a result of an accident or other head injury.
• Genetic influence: Certain types of seizures run in families.
• Prenatal injury: Before birth, babies are sensitive to brain damage.
• Infectious disease: Diseases such as meningitis, AIDS, etc. can cause epilepsy.

At Care Hospital, Nampally , Dr Vamshi Krishna will diagnose Epilepsy by rigorous tests and exams. The treatment will begin by reviewing signs and symptoms. The clinical evaluation will involve:

• Blood tests
• Electroencephalogram (EEG),electrodes are attached to your scalp with a paste-like substance or cap. The electrodes record the electrical activity of your brain.
• Computerized tomography (CT) scan
• Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
• Positron emission tomography (PET)- Radioactive material in vein.
• Single-photon emission computerized tomography (SPECT), When MRI and EEG didn’t pinpoint the location of seizures in the brain.

Treatment begins by use of medication. Dr Vamshi will see the improvement after which he may propose surgery or another type of treatment.

Medication involves anti-epileptic medication whose one shot is enough.

When medicine fails to keep seizures under control, surgery may be an alternative. A surgeon removes the part of your brain that causes seizures during the surgery.

Apart from medications and surgery, these potential therapies offer an alternative for treating epilepsy like Vagus nerve stimulation, Ketogenic diet, Deep brain stimulation, etc.

Dr Vamshi Krishna at Care Hospital, Nampally provides all types of solutions to epilepsy. Dr. Vamshi Krishna is a qualified specialist surgeon with lots of experience.

He has treated many patients and helped in coping and rehabilitation programs to live their life normally after the treatment.

Book your appointment now by phone or online today.