What are the initial symptoms of epilepsy?
The initial symptoms of epilepsy mainly manifest as localized neurological symptoms, including sudden weakness of one limb, numbness, or sudden loss of consciousness, limb convulsions, upward staring of the eyes, incontinence, and more. Therefore, when patients exhibit the above symptoms, the possibility of epilepsy should be considered. It is essential for patients to visit the neurology department of a hospital promptly to undergo examinations such as video EEG, dynamic EEG, and MRI of the head to confirm the diagnosis. Once the diagnosis is confirmed, appropriate medications should be administered promptly to terminate the epileptic episodes. When a patient experiences a major epileptic seizure, medications such as diazepam and sodium valproate should be administered to stop the seizure and prevent the development of a continuous epileptic state. Additionally, patients should regularly take anti-epileptic drugs as part of their treatment. Common medications include levetiracetam, carbamazepine, and gabapentin.
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