Epilepsy comes in many forms and each person's experience is different. Dr Matthew Walker explains what epilepsy is, how it's diagnosed and treated, and offers advice on living with the condition.
Epilepsy
In this section
- Understanding epilepsy - epilepsy is very common and can affect anyone
- Diagnosing epilepsy - most people with seizures will be referred to a specialist
- Epilepsy treatment - there are a variety of treatments available
- Living with epilepsy - epilepsy need not be a debilitating condition
- Epilepsy and pregnancy - a look at the risks and the best way to reduce them
- Children with epilepsy - children with epilepsy can lead full and healthy lives
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