Epilepsy can affect people of all ages, but certain groups may be at a higher risk:
1. Children and infants: Epilepsy can develop in infancy or early childhood.
2. Elderly individuals: Risk of epilepsy increases with age, often due to conditions such as stroke or dementia.
3. Individuals with a family history: Genetic factors can predispose some individuals to epilepsy.
4. People who have experienced head injuries: Traumatic brain injuries can increase the risk of epilepsy.
5. Individuals with certain medical conditions: Conditions such as stroke, brain tumors, infections (e.g., meningitis, encephalitis), and neurodevelopmental disorders can increase the risk of epilepsy.
6. Women during pregnancy and childbirth: Certain conditions during pregnancy, such as pre-eclampsia, as well as complications during childbirth, can increase the risk of epilepsy in both the mother and child.
7. People with a history of seizures: Having had seizures before increases the risk of experiencing future seizures, potentially leading to an epilepsy diagnosis.
It’s important to note that while certain groups may be at a higher risk, epilepsy can affect anyone regardless of age, gender, or background.
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Epilepsy is a neurological disorder characterized by recurrent, unprovoked seizures. While some people with epilepsy may experience a decrease in the frequency or severity of seizures over time, for many individuals, epilepsy is a lifelong condition. However, with proper treatment and management, the majority of people with epilepsy can lead full and productive lives.
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Dr. Siddharth KharkarDr. Siddharth Kharkar has been recognized as one of the best neurologists in Mumbai by Outlook India magazine and India today Magazine. He is a board certified (American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology certified) Neurologist. Dr. Siddharth Kharkar is a Epilepsy specialist in Mumbai & Parkinson's specialist in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India. He has trained in the best institutions in India, US and UK including KEM hospital in Mumbai, Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, University of California at San Francisco (UCSF), USA & Kings College in London. |