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Pediatric Epilepsy and Seizures

Key points about epilepsy and seizure

  • A seizure occurs when one or more parts of the brain has a burst of abnormal electrical signals that interrupt normal signals.
  • There are many types of seizures. Each can cause different kinds of symptoms. These range from slight body movements to loss of consciousness and convulsions.
  • Epilepsy is when a person has two or more seizures with no known cause.
  • Epilepsy is treated with medicine. In some cases, it may be treated with vagus nerve stimulator or surgery.
  • It’s important to avoid anything that triggers seizures. This includes lack of sleep.

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Epilepsy and Mental Health

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Eleni Rizakos, PsyD, a psychologist in the Epilepsy Program, discusses epilepsy and your child's mental health.

Meet the Providers Who Treat Epilepsy and Seizure

Departments that Treat Epilepsy and Seizure

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    Emergency Medicine and Trauma Services

    As a Level I Pediatric Trauma Center, we are uniquely qualified to provide emergency care for children, from the design of the department to our highly skilled professionals who understand the special needs of younger, smaller patients. Learn more about emergency medicine at Children's National.