Epilepsy is a neurological disorder that affects over 2 millon Americans. Epilepsy, or recurring seizures, is a symptom of a neurological disorder in the brain. Epilepsy has no single cause. In fact, about half the time, there is no known cause of the seizures. Many other cases can be prevented by wearing seat belts, motorcycle and bicycle helmets, and getting good medical attention during pregnancy and childhood.
Epilepsy can affect anyone at any age at any time.
Epilepsy has many forms ranging from convulsions to momentary lapses of attention. There are over 20 different types of seizures. Epilepsy is an episodic disorder. For most people seizures are brief and infrequent. Epilepsy, for most, can be treated with medications and most individuals lead normal lives.