During a severe seizure the person may cry out loudly or make a fearful gargling noise, fall unconscious, twitch and move uncontrollably, drool, or even lose bladder control, then often within minutes, the attack is over, and the person slowly regains consciousness but is invariably exhausted and dazed, confused.
This is the image most people have when they hear the word epilepsy, however, this type of seizure is only one kind of epilepsy.
There are many other kinds, each with a different set of symptoms that have widely differing effects upon the lives not only of the sufferer, but also their family and friends...
The Epilepsy Society, is a national epilepsy charity who help support, advice and assist patients, carers and family members affected by Epilepsy in many ways. They run a Freephone advice line, along with a number of local support groups, one-to-one advise sessions, a buddy scheme and a national patient support network.
They also fund pieces of medical equipment which aims to enhance a patient’s quality of life along with endeavouring to grant a patient’s wishes and dreams.
The Epilepsy Society are a lifeline to some, an understanding ear to many and an open door to all...
