https://padlet.com/0803966/o5wx314ds8n1 Allow teen epileptic Gracie Moravecky to inform and answer any questions! en-us 2017-02-16 16:50:33 UTC 2025-11-05 12:49:36 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet-assets.s3.amazonaws.com/icons/Apple.png 0803966 https://padlet.com/0803966/o5wx314ds8n1/wish/154412311 As a whole, epilepsy may be known as "photosensitivity".  Seizures have been documented as far back as biblical times and before, but only in the past hundred years have we really begun to understand them. Because of this, we do not know exactly who discovered it or precisely when. Epilepsy is a neurological disorder in which there may be inconsistencies in brain waves which cause changes in emotions, convulsions, seizing, lack of consciousness, and muscle spasms.

]]> 2017-02-16 18:22:31 UTC https://padlet.com/0803966/o5wx314ds8n1/wish/154412311 0803966 https://padlet.com/0803966/o5wx314ds8n1/wish/154990914 Epilepsy may be developed without either parent having the disorder, but the chances are only 1 in 100. It may also be inherited from parent to offspring, however the chances of this are still rather low. As of recently, scientists believe there is a link between epilepsy and a genetic defect on chromosome 15 (missing chromosomal segments). ]]> 2017-02-20 18:38:22 UTC https://padlet.com/0803966/o5wx314ds8n1/wish/154990914 0803966 https://padlet.com/0803966/o5wx314ds8n1/wish/154993330 Epilepsy cannot be detected before symptoms are shown mostly because the symptoms that come with epilepsy may not always be known to a parent or the carrier of the disorder to be deadly. In fact, when one with epilepsy has a seizure, most of the time they do not remember just having one. Epilepsy may be detected prenatally by using ultrasounds, radiography, fetal electrocardiography, and an MRI. A carrier of the disorder may be detected by using an EEG brain wave scan. 

]]> 2017-02-20 18:52:40 UTC https://padlet.com/0803966/o5wx314ds8n1/wish/154993330 0803966 https://padlet.com/0803966/o5wx314ds8n1/wish/154995235 The features of epilepsy are immensely broad because there are over 30 different types of seizures. In general, a seizure may last from a few seconds to a few minutes in duration and the intensity can range from very minimal to must be hospitalized. Having the disorder can be very limiting at times. Going to events such as concerts can be a risk due to the flashing lights acting as a trigger for seizures. Even car blinkers and ambulance lights are a major risk. In fact, in order to drive, one with epilepsy must have not had a seizure in two years and must have it noted on their license that they're driving with a disability. Epilepsy can certainly be life-threatening, especially if one is experiencing grand-Mal seizures. Epilepsy can affect any sex, race, and age, but it tends to affect children more due to the fact that children's brains are still developing and the disorder affects the brain. Epilepsy isn't particularly physically limiting, but it certainly can be since it causes intense headaches, fatigue, fainting spells, muscle spasms, and seizing, However, if one is taking daily medication to control the epilepsy, these are normally not an issue. 

]]> 2017-02-20 19:04:25 UTC https://padlet.com/0803966/o5wx314ds8n1/wish/154995235 0803966 https://padlet.com/0803966/o5wx314ds8n1/wish/154999097 Epilepsy may be cured completely by taking a daily medication. Therapy and surgery may also be offered to cure the disorder. If the seizing does not stop after about two years of taking a medication, one must consult a neurologist for further treatment. ]]> 2017-02-20 19:27:31 UTC https://padlet.com/0803966/o5wx314ds8n1/wish/154999097