Reflex epilepsy

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is a type of epilepsy in which seizures can be provoked regularly by an external stimulus or, less commonly, internal mental processes.

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A type of reflex epilepsy where seizures are triggered by reading. There is jerking of the jaw, which can evolve to a generalised seizure, especially if the person keeps reading. There is a genetic basis and a positive family history in about 25% of cases.

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An older term for focal onset seizures.

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Are involuntary changes in behaviour and movement linked to psychological or social distress. These events look like epileptic seizures, but are not caused by abnormal activity in the brain. They are often triggered by an emotional or psychological cause rather than a physiological one and can be seen in people with or without epilepsy.

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A older term referring to psychogenic non-epileptic seizures, no longer used. See psychogenic non-epileptic seizures.

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The outcome of a medical condition such as, the chances the condition will improve, remain unchanged or worsen.

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To be more susceptible to a disease or condition.

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The period following a seizure. During this time a person may be confused and drowsy.

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Taking more than one medication.

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Using strobe or flashing lights at different frequencies during an EEG to detect photosensitive epilepsy.

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A form of epilepsy in which seizures can be triggered by flashing or flickering lights and/or geometric shapes or patterns.

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Also known as Dilantin. An older antiepileptic drug used in the treatment of epilepsy and seizures.