Epilepsy Conditions and Diseases Health
Epilepsy Conditions and Diseases Health
Epilepsy is defined as a tendency to have recurrent seizures. Commonly thought of as a single condition, there are many different types of epilepsy and over 40 seizure types. The tendency to have seizures, a low seizure threshold, may run in families. Some types of epilepsy, such as juvenile myoclonic epilepsy are now believed to be inherited. Additionally, some inherited syndromes have epilepsy as a symptom.
Top: Kids and Teens: Health: Conditions and Diseases: Epilepsy
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Epilepsy Foundation: Teen Group - Place for teens to discuss the challenges and issues in their lives. Ask a question or share experiences.
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ThinkQuest: Growing Up With Epilepsy - Two schoolchildren present the history, genetics, and effects of this disorder. Illustrated with drawings and a movie of visiting the neurologist.
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KidsHealth.org: Epilepsy - Explains what epilepsy is, what a seizure is, and what happens during one. Also tells how many people are affected by this condition and discusses some options for controlling it.
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A Child`s Guide to Epilepsy - Features an introduction to the seizure disorder, what makes seizures happen, and how medicine helps prevent epileptic episodes.
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Epilepsy Foundation: Kidsclub - Read stories, do arts and crafts, play games and watch videos about epilepsy, school or visits to the doctor. (Videos require RealPlayer and file download)
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TeensHealth: Epilepsy - Learn about causes, types of seizures, what doctors do and how to live with this condition.
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Beach Park - Features the various types, introduces Ben and his story, and presents a picture gallery, and games.
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Teen Years and Epilepsy - Article explains the effects of this disorder, treatment, taking medication and making life choices.
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About Seizure Disorders - Includes a definition, types of seizures, triggers and treatment options. Learn about the importance of taking medicines.
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