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Why see a doctor?

It is extremely important for anyone who has had a seizure to see a doctor. Even people who have not had a big, obvious seizure should see a doctor if they suspect (or people tell them) that there are periods during which they are not aware of what they're doing.

The doctor will try to determine whether a seizure has occurred. If so, was it caused by some medical condition (diabetes, for instance) that may need treatment? Or is the problem epilepsy? If it's epilepsy, more tests may be needed and usually medicines will be prescribed to prevent further seizures.

Topic Editor: Carl W. Bazil, M.D., Ph.D.
Last Reviewed:3/8/04

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It is extremely important for anyone who has had a seizure to see a doctor. Even people who have not had a big, obvious seizure should see a doctor if they suspect (or people tell them) that there are periods during which they are not aware of what they're doing.

The doctor will try to determine whether a seizure has occurred. If so, was it caused by some medical condition (diabetes, for instance) that may need treatment? Or is the problem epilepsy? If it's epilepsy, more tests may be needed and usually medicines will be prescribed to prevent further seizures.




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What is the most important issue that you'd like your doctor to talk with you about?

Possible side effects of medicines
26% (30 votes)
How people respond to medicines differently
8% (9 votes)
Different medication options
14% (16 votes)
Support groups and epilepsy websites
8% (9 votes)
Social services for help with jobs, financial help and transportation
17% (20 votes)
Other treatments like surgery
10% (11 votes)
I don't need more information from my doctor
10% (11 votes)
Other
8% (9 votes)
Total votes: 115

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