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Welcome to UCBCares for Epilepsy

If you or a close friend or family member has been diagnosed with epilepsy our UCBCares site offers you a brief overview of what epilepsy is, treatment options available and advice on living with epilepsy. We have also included helpful links to societies set up to offer you support and guidance for understanding epilepsy.

What is Epilepsy?

What is Epilepsy?

Epilepsy is a condition affecting the electrical activity in your brain

Types of epilepsy

Epilepsy and Seizures

Seizures happen in different ways, depending on what part of the brain is affected

Controlling Seizures

Taking the correct treatment and identifying triggers can help control seizures

Epilepsy diagnosis

Diagnosing Epilepsy

Diagnosing epilepsy can be complex, and requires ruling out other conditions

Epilepsy Medication

Medications for Epilepsy

Anti-epileptic drugs are the most common treatment for epilepsy

Epilepsy Support Groups

Information on where you can find more support for living with epilepsy

Information placed on this website is not intended as a substitute for consultation with your healthcare professional

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