are there any major symptoms with epilepsy e.g to know if you have epilepsy or not?

Answer 1

Ummmmm yes the seizures are a big giveaway.

Answer 2

There are many forms of epilepsy and thus different symptoms that go with them.
You could black out for only a few seconds or for hours,flashing lights,seizures,memory loss.
Are you worried that you may have this condition?, if so go to your Dr's and they will arrange for a simple test to be done to determine if you have epilepsy and how best to treat it.Some things maybe classed at this but are not,like people getting stressed and then fainting.
Today there is not the stigma attached to epilepsy that there used to be many years ago, and the treatment is far more advanced than used to be, once diagnosed and on the correct treatment a person can drive (after 3 clear years of not fitting) marry and have children old down a job.
Put your mind at ease,visit the Dr's

Answer 3

Only a neurologist can accurately diagnosis epilepsy. If you are concerned, you should address this with your doctor. Even if you don't have actual convulsions that doesn't mean that you aren't having seizures. If something is going on that has you so concerned that you are questioning the possibility of epilepsy, then you most definitely need to speak with your doctor.

Answer 4

There are many types of epilepsy ranging from "absences" (petit mal) to full tonic/clonic seizures (grand mal). The only way to get a diagnosis is by consulting your g.p. and being referred to a specialist for full investigations. There are several web sites for associations specialising in epilepsy which may be able to help in the meantime.

Answer 5

The main symptoms of epilepsy are -
A convulsion with or without a fever
Short periods of blackout or confused memory
Occasional "fainting spells" in which bladder or bowel control is lost, followed by extreme fatigue
Episodes of blank staring
Brief periods of no response to questions or instructions
Sudden stiffening or falls for no apparent reason
Episodes of blinking or chewing at inappropriate times
Dazed behavior; being unable to talk or communicate for a short time
Repeated movements that look out of place or unnatural
Sudden fear, anger or panic for no reason
Odd changes in the way things look, sound, smell or feel
Muscle jerks of arms, legs or body
Clusters of swift jerking movements in babies

Answer 6

Don't panic. the definition of epilepsy is increased, or regular seizure activity. If you are worried about epilepsy, don't look for answers here, go to your GP and he can refer you to an epilepsy specialist. Hope all is well!

Answer 7

there are many kinds of epilepsy. some siezures are hard to spot as they could be petit mal, meaning very small . if you suffer from periods of absence, that could be a sign, but really, with something like this you need to see a doctor

Answer 8

i have petit mal epilepsy, feeling disorientated, having metallic taste in mouth, headache, often leading to migraine, feeling nauseus, if youre worried go to your gp who will refer you to a neurologist for an eeg