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56 Is it necessary for all people with Epilepsy to be on medication?

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This article is from the Epilepsy FAQ, by Andrew Patrick (andrew@calvin.dgbt.doc.ca) with numerous contributions by others.

56 Is it necessary for all people with Epilepsy to be on medication?

Treatment of Epilepsy is primarily through the use of anticonvulsive
drugs. There are many different types of drugs and the type prescribed
will depend upon the particular seizure pattern of the individual. If
someone has been seizure free for several years, the doctor may decide
to slowly withdraw the medication.

 

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