What Is Epilepsy
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What is epilepsy?

A condition that causes repeated seizures.

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What is a seizure?

A sudden burst of unusual electrical activity in the brain that can affect how a person moves, feels, or acts.

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Which part of the body is affected by epilepsy?

The brain.

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Can kids with epilepsy still go to school and play with friends?

Yes! Most children with epilepsy can live active, healthy lives.

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Name one sign that someone might be having a seizure.

Possible answers:

  • Shaking
  • Staring into space
  • Falling down
  • Not responding
  • Sudden confusion