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EPILEPSY DESEASE
Thu, 22 Dec 2022
Epilepsy or commonly referred to as epilepsy is a neurological disease characterized by excessive disruption of the brain's electrical activity. This causes seizures and changes in behavior that are sudden and repetitive. Epilepsy can be caused by several things, namely abnormalities in the structure of the brain or an imbalance of chemicals in the brain.
Epilepsy requires attention, monitoring and proper handling of the condition so that it does not cause more severe complications in sufferers. It is estimated that up to now 70 million people worldwide have epilepsy.
Risk Factors
Many of the risk factors for epilepsy are associated with the process of fetal development in the womb, problems in childbirth and problems after childbirth, including a history of severe illness during pregnancy, history of birth not crying immediately, history of brain injury, febrile seizures, family history of epilepsy, stress, electrolyte disturbances ( such as low blood sugar levels/hypoglycemia, low sodium levels/hyponatremia and low blood calcium levels or hypocalcemia), stroke, brain central nervous system infection, malignancy and effects of drugs such as antidepressants.
Diagnosis
Diagnosis of epilepsy is based on complaints and examination by a doctor. Examination includes whether there is muscle weakness, whether there is interference with the brain and additional examinations in the form of EEG (Electroencephalography) and blood tests to look for risk factors that cause it.
Complications
Complications of epilepsy can include head injuries and broken bones due to falling during seizures, seizures that last a long time causing status epilepticus (continuous or repeated seizures) and lead to death.
First aid in the event of a seizure
The stages in first aid during a seizure include:
• Keep the patient away from dangerous objects (scissors, pens, stoves and others) and stay beside the patient.
• Place the patient on a soft mat, especially under the head so that the shock during a seizure does not cause a head injury and loosen tight clothing or collar around the neck so that the patient's breathing is smooth.
• Turn the patient to one side so that fluids from the mouth can flow out smoothly and maintain airflow or breathing.
• When the patient has a seizure, do not restrain the patient's movements. Allow movement until the spasm is over.
• Do not put any object into the patient's mouth, such as giving a drink, holding the tongue.
• After the seizure is over, stay beside the patient until consciousness returns and allow the patient to rest.
Author: dr. Ni Made Ayu Andini Rahmawati (Consultant Medical Doctor for PRAMITA Clinical Laboratory Jl. Diponegoro No. 148, Denpasar Bali)
Epilepsy requires attention, monitoring and proper handling of the condition so that it does not cause more severe complications in sufferers. It is estimated that up to now 70 million people worldwide have epilepsy.
Risk Factors
Many of the risk factors for epilepsy are associated with the process of fetal development in the womb, problems in childbirth and problems after childbirth, including a history of severe illness during pregnancy, history of birth not crying immediately, history of brain injury, febrile seizures, family history of epilepsy, stress, electrolyte disturbances ( such as low blood sugar levels/hypoglycemia, low sodium levels/hyponatremia and low blood calcium levels or hypocalcemia), stroke, brain central nervous system infection, malignancy and effects of drugs such as antidepressants.
Diagnosis
Diagnosis of epilepsy is based on complaints and examination by a doctor. Examination includes whether there is muscle weakness, whether there is interference with the brain and additional examinations in the form of EEG (Electroencephalography) and blood tests to look for risk factors that cause it.
Complications
Complications of epilepsy can include head injuries and broken bones due to falling during seizures, seizures that last a long time causing status epilepticus (continuous or repeated seizures) and lead to death.
First aid in the event of a seizure
The stages in first aid during a seizure include:
• Keep the patient away from dangerous objects (scissors, pens, stoves and others) and stay beside the patient.
• Place the patient on a soft mat, especially under the head so that the shock during a seizure does not cause a head injury and loosen tight clothing or collar around the neck so that the patient's breathing is smooth.
• Turn the patient to one side so that fluids from the mouth can flow out smoothly and maintain airflow or breathing.
• When the patient has a seizure, do not restrain the patient's movements. Allow movement until the spasm is over.
• Do not put any object into the patient's mouth, such as giving a drink, holding the tongue.
• After the seizure is over, stay beside the patient until consciousness returns and allow the patient to rest.
Author: dr. Ni Made Ayu Andini Rahmawati (Consultant Medical Doctor for PRAMITA Clinical Laboratory Jl. Diponegoro No. 148, Denpasar Bali)
