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Epilepsy 101: The Basics

So what is epilepsy? What is a seizure? Will I have seizures forever? You may have a lot of questions about epilepsy. This part of epilepsy.com will help you understand the basics, answer the most common questions, and empower you with the information you need to find a place for epilepsy in your life without turning it upside down. Are you ready? Let's start now.

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