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What are the different types of seizures?

Seizures can take very different forms, depending on how much and which parts of the brain are involved. Learn more from Gayatri Devi, MD, director of New York Memory and Healthy Aging Services.


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  • How can I manage my seizures?

  • What causes epilepsy (seizure disorder)?

  • Are older adults at risk for epilepsy?

  • What types of medications are used to treat epilepsy?

  • How well do anti-seizure drugs work?

  • Can vagus nerve stimulation help prevent seizures?

  • Can vitamin supplements help prevent seizures?

  • Understanding different types of epileptic seizures

  • When should I see a doctor about my forgetfulness?

  • How can I manage seizures?

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