International Epilepsy Day raises awareness about #epilepsy. The day also focuses on epilepsy #ed…

International Epilepsy Day raises awareness about #epilepsy. The day also focuses on epilepsy #education and promotes ways to ensure all who need #treatment receives it.

Epilepsy is a #neurological #disorder that is marked by episodes of #sensory #disturbances and convulsions called #seizures. Abnormal electrical activity in the #brain causes these #seizures. #Strokes, head injuries, genetic conditions, brain damage, and brain tumors are all known causes of the condition.

About 50 million people around the world have epilepsy. It is one of the most common neurological conditions across the globe. In some parts of the world, people with epilepsy face #stigma and #discrimination. Those with epilepsy may also face #barriers to #education and #employment. Some people who have epileptic seizures are not allowed to drive or operate heavy machinery. Epilepsy can have a profound effect on one’s life in other ways. Because seizures can be unpredictable, many who have it are unable to do things, like going #swimming, by themselves. This can make those with epilepsy feel isolated. The condition can also take a toll on their mental health.

#InternationalEpilepsyDay #HeadInjuries #GeneticConditions #BrainDamage #BrainTumors #FeelIsolated #MentalHealth