Epilepsy is a disease that affects the brain, and has a very physical manifestation. But it is vital that doctors treat patients holistically, says specialist psychiatrist Dr Lavinia Lumu, as physical diseases often have debilitating psychological impacts. Epilepsy is a disorder of the brain that affects approximately 65 million people worldwide. It is characterised by recurrent seizures, that may involve the entire body or one part of the body, and in some instances, is accompanied by loss of consciousness. There are many different types of epilepsy, and although the disease manifests differently in different patients depending on both type and severity, there is one common thread it is classified as a chronic condition, which means that it requires on-going and consistent management, often extending over the patient’s entire lifespan.
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