Community Forum Archive
The Epilepsy Community Forums are closed, and the information is archived. The content in this section may not be current or apply to all situations. In addition, forum questions and responses include information and content that has been generated by epilepsy community members. This content is not moderated. The information on these pages should not be substituted for medical advice from a healthcare provider. Experiences with epilepsy can vary greatly on an individual basis. Please contact your doctor or medical team if you have any questions about your situation. For more information, learn about epilepsy or visit our resources section.
can anyone help
Sun, 11/21/2004 - 16:42Comments
RE: can anyone help
Submitted by beautimouslove on Mon, 2004-11-15 - 18:25
What abnormal results mean
Abnormal findings may indicate the following:
- Seizure disorders (such as epilepsy or convulsions)
- Structural brain abnormality (such as a brain tumor or brain abscess)
- Head injury, encephalitis (inflammation of the brain)
- Hemorrhage (abnormal bleeding caused by a ruptured blood vessel)
- Cerebral infarct (tissue that is dead because of a blockage of the blood supply)
- Sleep disorders (such as narcolepsy)
EEG may confirm brain death in someone who is in a coma.
What abnormal results mean
Abnormal findings may indicate the following:
- Seizure disorders (such as epilepsy or convulsions)
- Structural brain abnormality (such as a brain tumor or brain abscess)
- Head injury, encephalitis (inflammation of the brain)
- Hemorrhage (abnormal bleeding caused by a ruptured blood vessel)
- Cerebral infarct (tissue that is dead because of a blockage of the blood supply)
- Sleep disorders (such as narcolepsy)
EEG may confirm brain death in someone who is in a coma.
RE: can anyone help
Submitted by Clunk1234567 on Sun, 2004-10-10 - 09:17
An abnormal eeg can mean anything, and covers everything. It doesn't just pick up on epilepsy, it records everything. Ask if it's epilepsy and they should be able to give you a simple "yes" or "no" answer. I strongly recomend you write down all the questions before you start the asking, that way you can reduce any worry in one go.
An abnormal eeg can mean anything, and covers everything. It doesn't just pick up on epilepsy, it records everything. Ask if it's epilepsy and they should be able to give you a simple "yes" or "no" answer. I strongly recomend you write down all the questions before you start the asking, that way you can reduce any worry in one go.