Epilepsy Treatment Hospital in Himatnagar
Epilepsy (mirgi) is a condition of repeated seizures, or fits, caused by sudden abnormal electrical activity in the brain. Most people with epilepsy become seizure-free with the right medicines taken regularly. At Pluto Hospital, Himatnagar, seizures are evaluated with CT and other tests as advised, treated with medicines, and seizures that don’t stop are handled in our 24×7 emergency.
Understanding the Condition
What Is Epilepsy?
A seizure can cause jerking of the body, staring spells, confusion or loss of consciousness. One seizure does not always mean epilepsy – fever, low sugar, head injury or infections can also cause fits. Epilepsy is diagnosed when seizures keep coming back. It is common, treatable and not contagious.
Common Causes
- Head injury
- Stroke
- Brain infections
- Brain tumours
- Birth injury or genetic causes
- Often, no cause is found
Treatment Options
Treatment for Epilepsy
Most people with epilepsy control their seizures with medicines. Learn about Neurology at Pluto.
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Evaluation
CT on site, with EEG and MRI arranged as advised.
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Anti-seizure Medicines
Taken daily to prevent seizures.
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Regular Follow-up
Dose adjusted until seizures are controlled.
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Surgery Evaluation
When medicines fail – see drug-resistant epilepsy.
- A seizure lasts more than 5 minutes
- Seizures repeat without waking up in between
- It is the person’s first seizure
- There is an injury, pregnancy or breathing difficulty
Treating Doctor
Best Doctor for Epilepsy Treatment in Himatnagar
Dr. Arth Shah
Neurologist
Dr. Arth Shah is a neurologist at Pluto Super Speciality Hospital, Himatnagar, consulting patients in the Neurology department.
Common Questions
Epilepsy FAQs
What should I do if someone has a fit?
Keep them safe, turn them on their side, put something soft under the head and time the fit. Don’t put anything in the mouth or hold them down.
Does one seizure mean epilepsy?
Not always. A first seizure needs evaluation to find the cause. Epilepsy is diagnosed when seizures keep happening.
Can epilepsy medicines be stopped?
Never stop them on your own – it can trigger severe seizures. Some patients can reduce medicines after years without fits, only on medical advice.
Can people with epilepsy marry and have children?
Yes. Most people with epilepsy lead normal lives. Women should plan pregnancy with their doctor to adjust medicines safely.
Is epilepsy surgery an option?
For seizures not controlled by medicines, surgery may help. See drug-resistant epilepsy treatment.
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Consult for Epilepsy & Seizures
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- Guidance from our specialist team
- Tests & scans on site
- Cashless insurance available
- 24×7 emergency care