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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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if you (your loved one) had more seizures after an appropriate try of the first seizure medicine, did a doctor tell you

To live with it
11% (13 votes)
To try a new medicine for seizures
69% (84 votes)
To see another doctor who specializes more in epilepsy
11% (14 votes)
Not sure or don’t remember
3% (4 votes)
Other
6% (7 votes)
Total votes: 122

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