In the past seizures were not well understood. As a result, people often thought seizures were caused by supernatural occurrences. For someone who is trying to begin understanding epilepsy – what is a seizure? The human mind is made up of trillions of brain cells, or neurons. The neurons communicate

Temporal lobe seizure is the most frequent cause of partial seizures and aura. During a temporal lobe seizure, you may smack your lips, swallow repeatedly or pick at things with your fingers. Such activities are called automatisms. The temporal lobe is located close to the ear. Temporal lobe seizures can

When you or someone you love has had a seizure for the first time, it can be frightening. Naturally, you want to know as soon as possible what caused it. But making a diagnosis of epilepsy often isn’t a quick process. Finding answers usually involves several exams and tests. Your

Injuries to the brain from trauma are a common cause of seizure disorders. When it comes to head injuries and epilepsy, the more severe the injury, the greater the likelihood of seizures. Injuries to the front and sides of the brain are more likely to result in epilepsy. Between five