International Journal of Neurological Nursing
An Overview of Epilepsy
Abstract
Epilepsy is one of the oldest diseases known to human beings. It was described in detail by Hippocrates (450 BC) as well as noted in the Bible. Epilepsy is the general systemic conditions that affect people of all ages, in which seizures most commonly occur in children due to hypoxia or high fever. A family history of epilepsy seems to increase the risk of developing the condition. Males have higher risk than females for developing epilepsy. Overall it is the most common serious brain disorder worldwide with no age, racial, social class, national or geographic boundaries.References (8)
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