Epilepsy & Seizure Treatment in Jalandhar
Epilepsy is a tendency to have repeated seizures — brief storms of electrical activity in the brain. It is common, it can start at any age, and with the right medicine most people become seizure-free and live normally. At Oxford Hospital, Jalandhar, epilepsy is managed by neurologist Dr. Aparna Kathait (DM Neurology).
Is it epilepsy?
Not every fit is epilepsy — fainting, low blood sugar, high fever in children and some heart rhythm problems can look similar. The diagnosis rests on a clear description of the episode, ideally a phone video, plus an EEG and brain imaging to look for a cause.
Treatment
- Choosing an anti-seizure medicine suited to the seizure type, age, and plans such as pregnancy
- Starting low and adjusting the dose to control seizures with the fewest side effects
- Avoiding triggers: missed doses, sleep loss, alcohol and, in some people, flashing lights
- Reassessment if seizures continue after two well-chosen medicines
First aid for a seizure
- Stay calm; time the seizure
- Move hard objects away and cushion the head
- Do not put anything in the mouth, and do not hold the person down
- Once jerking stops, turn them onto their side
- Call emergency if it lasts more than 5 minutes, repeats, or the person is injured or pregnant
Frequently Asked Questions
Can epilepsy be cured?
About two in three people become seizure-free with medicine. Some, especially those whose epilepsy began in childhood, can eventually stop medicine under a neurologist's supervision after being seizure-free for a few years. Never stop anti-seizure medicine suddenly on your own.
Can a woman with epilepsy have a healthy pregnancy?
Yes, most do. Some anti-seizure medicines carry more risk in pregnancy than others, so see the neurologist before planning a pregnancy to review the medicine and start folic acid.
Is an EEG painful?
No. Small sensors are placed on the scalp with paste to record the brain's electrical activity. It takes about 30–60 minutes. Come with clean, dry hair and follow any instruction about sleep beforehand.
Is epilepsy treatment cashless?
Cashless under Ayushman Bharat (PMJAY), CGHS, ECHS, ESI and 20+ insurers and TPAs, subject to scheme rules and pre-authorisation.
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