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The truths of the most common myths about epilepsy

2024-05-04 21:45:00, Shëndeti CNA

The truths of the most common myths about epilepsy

Globally, the World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that epilepsy affects about 50 million people.

Of these, about 80% live in low- or middle-income countries.

The main symptom for most people with epilepsy is seizures, which are caused by increased electrical activity in the brain.

They are uncontrolled vibrations of the body, as a result of muscle contractions and their relaxation repeatedly.

People with epilepsy often also have to deal with the myths surrounding this disorder.

Below, AgroWeb.org introduces you to the truth about these myths.

Anyone who experiences seizures has epilepsy.

Epilepsy is the most well-known seizure condition, but it is not the only one.

For example, low blood sugar or problems with the way the heart works can cause similar seizures.

People with epilepsy cannot work.

People with epilepsy can work when their seizures can be controlled.

But there are only a few cases when people with such a disorder cannot be accepted at work and they are, being a pilot and a driver.

Epilepsy is contagious.

This is an old myth that is still prevalent, especially in some parts of the world.

However, the cause of the disease is still unknown in about 50% of global cases.

People with epilepsy are emotionally unstable.

It is distressing to have such a disorder and to know that a seizure can happen at any time.

But most epilepsy patients are happy, and most cases are easily controlled using monotherapy or an anticonvulsant medication.

Epilepsy is a mental illness.

Epilepsy is not a mental illness, and the vast majority of people who have epilepsy do not have cognitive or psychological problems.

But some psychological problems can occur in people with severe and uncontrolled epilepsy.

If someone has a seizure, you have to put something in their mouth.

This is a dangerous myth that can damage your teeth or jaw.

People with epilepsy should not become pregnant.

Although this is not true, doctors consider pregnancy in people with high-risk seizures.

They should be followed more closely by the neurologist and gynecologist during this period.

People swallow their tongue during a seizure.

This is a myth that extends beyond epilepsy. In fact, it is not possible to swallow the tongue under any circumstances.

However, during a seizure, it is possible for the individual to damage their teeth, bite their lips or tongue.

No treatment helps epilepsy.

Although there is no cure for epilepsy, there are a number of treatments that are available to help these patients.

For individuals who do not respond to medication, other options include surgery, vagus nerve stimulation, and even dietary interventions.

As scientists continue to study, they are getting closer and closer to a cure for epilepsy./ AgroWeb





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