Epilepsy

Epilepsy is a brain disorder involving repeated, spontaneous seizures of any type. Seizures ("fits, convulsions) are episodes of disturbed brain function that cause changes in attention or behavior. They are caused by abnornally excited electrical signals in the brain. Epilepsy is a serious condition but drug treatmant works well. Most people are back to normal within a few minutes. Most people with epilepsy lead a full, healthy, and active life.