Anyone can get epilepsy. Race, age, and gender do not matter. Brain Tumors Poisoning - Lead and alcohol poising are the two poisonings known to cause epilepsy. Infections - Infections, such as meningitis, viral encephalitis, and lupus can cause epilepsy. There are two categories of seizures - partial seizures and generalized seizures.
Partial seizures occur when the abnormal electrical discharge in the brain is limited to one area.
Generalized seizures occur when the abnormal discharge involves the entire brain. Within these categories, there are over 30 different types of seizures. A person may have more than one type of seizure. This site provides you with information about what to expect before, during, and after the seizures. Do turn the person's head to the side if he or she vomits to prevent choking.