{"id":828,"date":"2018-11-17T16:52:00","date_gmt":"2018-11-17T11:22:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.starimagingindia.com\/contact\/?p=828"},"modified":"2018-11-17T16:55:01","modified_gmt":"2018-11-17T11:25:01","slug":"living-better-with-epilepsy-7-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/starimagingindia.com\/Contact\/living-better-with-epilepsy-7-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"Living better with Epilepsy \u2013 7 tips"},"content":{"rendered":"<style type=\"text\/css\"><\/style>\n<section class=\"kc-elm kc-css-3112983 kc_row\">\n<div class=\"kc-row-container  kc-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-wrap-columns\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-3342382 kc_col-sm-12 kc_column kc_col-sm-12\">\n<div class=\"kc-col-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-4097573 kc_text_block\">\n<p>Good news? It\u2019s more than possible to lead a rich and meaningful life with effective management of epilepsy. Unfortunately, the ignorance, myths and preconceived notions that surround this condition make it difficult for many to even accept the disease; and then take the right steps to deal with it. If you, or someone you know, suffers from epilepsy, read on to know how to make life better.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"kc-elm kc-css-3753588 kc_row\">\n<div class=\"kc-row-container  kc-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-wrap-columns\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-1301810 kc_col-sm-12 kc_column kc_col-sm-12\">\n<div class=\"kc-col-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-1133592 kc-title-wrap \">\n<h4 class=\"kc_title\">1) Understand your condition<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"kc-elm kc-css-703783 kc_row\">\n<div class=\"kc-row-container  kc-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-wrap-columns\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-4206064 kc_col-sm-12 kc_column kc_col-sm-12\">\n<div class=\"kc-col-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-1433392 kc_text_block\">\n<p>It\u2019s always good to know everything you can about your condition, and ensure that your loved ones, friends and others around you are educated on the condition. Generally, epileptic seizures can be controlled with medicine; and in the case of children, the seizures often disappear with age. Moreover, if a cyst, benign tumour, or lesion on the brain is the root cause of epilepsy, it can be cured with surgery.<\/p>\n<p>Says Dr. Shah, a specialized radiologist at Star Imaging \u2013 \u201cWe recently had a patient suffering from seizures that was revealed to be caused by a benign tumour in the left frontal lobe of his brain. In fact, it was a small tumour, but our advanced (128 slice CT) scanner picked it out. A functional MRI further helped the surgeon understand how to operate on the tumour, without compromising the adjoining crucial areas that controlled speech.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"kc-elm kc-css-3307474 kc_row\">\n<div class=\"kc-row-container  kc-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-wrap-columns\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-1768924 kc_col-sm-12 kc_column kc_col-sm-12\">\n<div class=\"kc-col-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-3837235 kc-title-wrap \">\n<h4 class=\"kc_title\">2) Get an early diagnosis<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"kc-elm kc-css-4144855 kc_row\">\n<div class=\"kc-row-container  kc-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-wrap-columns\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-3167869 kc_col-sm-12 kc_column kc_col-sm-12\">\n<div class=\"kc-col-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-3019507 kc_text_block\">\n<p>Diagnosing epilepsy on time can help you kickstart your treatment as early as possible, improving your quality of life. To get an accurate diagnosis, make sure you get the essential tests done, and choose reputed centres for your diagnostic scans.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"kc-elm kc-css-3708128 kc_row\">\n<div class=\"kc-row-container  kc-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-wrap-columns\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-1921043 kc_col-sm-12 kc_column kc_col-sm-12\">\n<div class=\"kc-col-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-1337532 kc-title-wrap \">\n<h4 class=\"kc_title\">3) Take your medications strictly<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"kc-elm kc-css-44529 kc_row\">\n<div class=\"kc-row-container  kc-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-wrap-columns\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-595901 kc_col-sm-12 kc_column kc_col-sm-12\">\n<div class=\"kc-col-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-188446 kc_text_block\">\n<p>It is crucial never to miss your medicine dose, as this could lead to loss of control over your seizures. Consider buying a pill organizer box so that you don\u2019t skip a dose by mistake.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"kc-elm kc-css-51940 kc_row\">\n<div class=\"kc-row-container  kc-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-wrap-columns\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-849447 kc_col-sm-12 kc_column kc_col-sm-12\">\n<div class=\"kc-col-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-2194091 kc-title-wrap \">\n<h4 class=\"kc_title\">4) Avoid common triggers<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"kc-elm kc-css-1288742 kc_row\">\n<div class=\"kc-row-container  kc-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-wrap-columns\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-69852 kc_col-sm-12 kc_column kc_col-sm-12\">\n<div class=\"kc-col-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-3217621 kc_text_block\">\n<p>While epileptic seizures are caused by a combination of factors, commonly reported triggers are<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Lack of sleep<\/li>\n<li>Illnesses or fever<\/li>\n<li>Stress<\/li>\n<li>Diet, skipping meals<\/li>\n<li>Bright lights, flashing lights, disturbing visual patterns<\/li>\n<li>Caffeine, alcohol, drugs<\/li>\n<li>Certain medications<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>However, every case is different, and what triggers a seizure in one person may not trigger it in another. Consider noting down your seizure episodes in a diary, including the time of the occurrence, what you did, ate, etc. just before. This will help you manage your seizures better.<\/p>\n<p>For many people, sleep deprivation is the major culprit behind seizure episodes; make sure you prioritize sleep time and find ways to get a good night\u2019s rest. Unsurprisingly, diet too plays an important role in seizure management \u2013 following a ketogenic diet, especially for children with hard-to-control seizures, has long since been an established form of treatment.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"kc-elm kc-css-2687246 kc_row\">\n<div class=\"kc-row-container  kc-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-wrap-columns\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-457702 kc_col-sm-12 kc_column kc_col-sm-12\">\n<div class=\"kc-col-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-2626625 kc-title-wrap \">\n<h4 class=\"kc_title\">5) Sports and physical activities are not only possible, they\u2019re essential<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"kc-elm kc-css-947021 kc_row\">\n<div class=\"kc-row-container  kc-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-wrap-columns\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-3547651 kc_col-sm-12 kc_column kc_col-sm-12\">\n<div class=\"kc-col-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-1606759 kc_text_block\">\n<p>Many people who have epilepsy stay away from sports out of ignorance, or fear for safety. But while you should play it safe, you definitely should play sports and engage in physical activity too, as it has shown to have tremendous benefits. However, a word of caution: Don\u2019t take up any sport or physical activity before consulting with your doctor first. This helpful site classifying the sports according to their risks could be a good starting point.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"kc-elm kc-css-682347 kc_row\">\n<div class=\"kc-row-container  kc-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-wrap-columns\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-2938992 kc_col-sm-12 kc_column kc_col-sm-12\">\n<div class=\"kc-col-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-2885534 kc-title-wrap \">\n<h4 class=\"kc_title\">6) Enjoy life at work and school<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"kc-elm kc-css-1792904 kc_row\">\n<div class=\"kc-row-container  kc-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-wrap-columns\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-3619740 kc_col-sm-12 kc_column kc_col-sm-12\">\n<div class=\"kc-col-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-2729351 kc_text_block\">\n<p>Whether you\u2019re an adult or a student, nothing should stop you from carrying out your daily activities like other people.\u00a0 At work, make sure you inform your employer and people around you of your condition, so that they know what care needs to be taken in case of an emergency. Also, people with epilepsy should avoid high-risk jobs which involve driving, operating machinery, working at heights, etc.<\/p>\n<p>And while it may be tempting to sweep your condition under the rug, doing so will only make it riskier for you, in case you have a seizure. Plus, by educating others about epilepsy and showing them that it doesn\u2019t have to be a death sentence, you would be doing the entire epilepsy community a huge service.<\/p>\n<p>Children with epilepsy should compulsorily attend school, although they may require additional support such as shadow teachers, remediation therapy and some concessions during examinations, which is provided for by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), the State Boards and the National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS).<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"kc-elm kc-css-3203261 kc_row\">\n<div class=\"kc-row-container  kc-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-wrap-columns\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-2564967 kc_col-sm-12 kc_column kc_col-sm-12\">\n<div class=\"kc-col-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-136027 kc-title-wrap \">\n<h4 class=\"kc_title\">7) Get social<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"kc-elm kc-css-2678249 kc_row\">\n<div class=\"kc-row-container  kc-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-wrap-columns\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-2347575 kc_col-sm-12 kc_column kc_col-sm-12\">\n<div class=\"kc-col-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-3280862 kc_text_block\">\n<p>Talking to other people who have epilepsy and finding help groups (through Facebook, Epilepsy-dedicated foundations) can be a wonderful source of motivation and support.<\/p>\n<p>All in all, with the right management and support, nothing can stop people with epilepsy (PWE) from getting the most out of life!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"kc-elm kc-css-1335508 kc_row\">\n<div class=\"kc-row-container  kc-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-wrap-columns\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-1693456 kc_col-sm-12 kc_column kc_col-sm-12\">\n<div class=\"kc-col-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-839657 kc-call-to-action kc-cta-2 kc-is-button\">\n<div class=\"kc-cta-desc\">\n<h2>About Star Imaging<\/h2>\n<div class=\"kc-cta-text\">Star Imaging offers the world\u2019s most advanced technology, including 3T MRI scanners with ambient experience and fMRI capabilities, 128 slice CT scanners, etc. For more information, feel free to reach out to us.\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"kc-cta-button\"><a href=\"https:\/\/yza.ec2.mytemp.website\/Contact\">Book an appointment <\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Good news? 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