Introduction
Unbalanced and uncoordinated electrical signalling in the brain may cause seizures. It can be a partial (involving one side of the brain) or generalised (involving both sides of the brain) seizure. In many, seizures might cause just staring spells; however, a seizure is also associated with symptoms like convulsions, breathing issues and loss of consciousness and control over bodily functions. In all cases, the treatment required is the same at the initial level.
What Are the Treatments of Seizures Disease?
Seizures can be caused by various factors, and having one seizure doesn't guarantee that a person will experience it again. So, the treatment of seizures depends on whether the person has had a seizure more than once.
The following treatment measures are taken for seizure:
- Seizure medicines – Anti-epileptic medications are given to inhibit the cause behind seizures by regulating both electrolyte imbalances and brain receptors. For e.g.,
- Sodium channel blockers such as lamotrigine, oxcarbazepine, carbamazepine, phenytoin, eslicarbazepine, zonisamide, lacosamide and fosphenytoin
- GABA receptor agonist such as barbiturates and benzodiazepine
- Inhibitors of the GABA signalling pathway such as GABA reuptake inhibitors (tiagabine) and GABA-transaminase inhibitors (vigabatrin).
- Glutamate antagonists such as perampanel, topiramate and felbamate
- Medicines acting via multiple mechanisms such as pregabalin, gabapentin and valproic acid
- Medicine acting on synaptic vesicle 2A proteins such as brivaracetam and levetiracetam
- Supportive care medicines for helping seizure patients with airway issues such as lorazepam, diazepam or midazolam
- Supportive medicines for helping out with blood pressure issues
- In case of unprovocative recurrent seizures or epilepsy, if the medicine does not provide the required benefit, then surgery is recommended. In this situation, a surgeon removes the part of the brain that is causing the seizure.
Conclusion
Treatment of unprovocative or provocative seizures usually gives a good outcome. The most important factor while undergoing seizure treatment is to follow the timetable of medicines properly and to avoid triggers as much as possible. A diet rich in good fat and following a ketogenic diet is also recommended by doctors to achieve good results. Finally, ensure peace of mind against unexpected medical expenses caused by seizures with ICICI Lombard health insurance.
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