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Prognosis for a child with epilepsy

The prognosis of an illness is a forecast of how it will develop and the outcome after treatment. Read about the factors that affect a prognosis.

Childhood and juvenile absence epilepsy

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Read about the causes and symptoms of absence epilepsy and how the condition is treated.

Epilepsy: Sex and reproduction

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Most people with epilepsy can have full social, sexual, and family lives. Read about issues surrounding sex and reproduction for those with epilepsy.

Epilepsy and college or university

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Education is an important part of any child's life. Read about options for a child attending college or university while coping with epilepsy.

Encephalopathies and progressive epilepsy syndromes

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Read about the causes, symptoms and treatments for encephalopathies and progressive syndromes.

Types of epilepsy

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Read about the types of epilepsy and the suggested treatments.

Reflex epilepsy

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Read about the causes and treatments for reflex epilepsy, a rare condition in which seizures are set off by specific stimuli such as flashing lights.

Benign partial epilepsy of childhood with centrotemporal spikes (BECTS)

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Read about the causes and symptoms of benign partial epilepsy of childhood with centrotemporal spikes (BECTS) as well as treatments and long-term outlook.

Genetics of epilepsy

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Find out how genetics play a part in many types of epilepsy.

Partial epilepsy syndromes

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Read about the causes, symptoms and treatments for partial epilepsy syndromes.

Epilepsy: An overview

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An overview of seizures and epilepsy, with information about treatment options.

Epilepsy resources and support

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A detailed list of epilepsy organizations, research and books. A wide range of topics is covered, including guides for families and the ketogenic diet.

Epilepsy and emotions

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A child with epilepsy may experience a range of emotions, which may include depression or anxiety. Learn how to help your child manage their emotions and nurture their self-esteem.

Epilepsy: Transition to adult health care

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A teenager with epilepsy will need to transfer management of their epilepsy to an adult care setting. Find out about transitioning smoothly from paediatric to adult care.

Coping with the diagnosis of epilepsy

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Find out ways to cope with the different emotions you may have about an epilepsy diagnosis and about seeing a child have a seizure.

Coping with epilepsy as a family

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Siblings may receive less attention at times because the needs of a child with epilepsy take over. Helping siblings cope is an important aspect of family life as well.

Absence seizures

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Read about the symptoms and causes of absence seizures and how best to help your child when they have one.

Generalized epilepsy syndromes

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Read about the causes, symptoms and treatments for generalized epilepsy syndromes.

Epilepsy and behaviour

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Most parents of children living with epilepsy are concerned about aspects of their child’s behaviour. Varying behaviors can be expected from a child with epilepsy. Learn about causes of behavioural changes and how to manage them.

Clinic visits for a child with epilepsy

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It is likely that a child with epilepsy will need to have regular clinic visits to review progress and lifestyle. Learn what happens during a clinic visit.

Hodgkin lymphoma

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Hodgkin lymphoma is a type of lymphoma. Find out about possible symptoms, treatment and prognosis.

Understanding your child's epilepsy diagnosis

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March is Epilepsy Awareness Month. Find out how epilepsy is diagnosed and what questions to ask to make sure you understand the diagnosis.

Epilepsy at school

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School is a large part of every child’s life. Along with engaging in academic learning, children learn how to communicate, interact and socialize with their teachers and peers at school. Read how to help make a positive learning experience for your child.

Temporal lobe epilepsies

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Read about the causes and features of temporal lobe epilepsies as well as how they are treated and long-term outlook.

Epilepsy and sports

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Children with epilepsy can participate in most sports and physical activities. Read about sports risks and benefits for children with epilepsy.