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Frequently Asked Questions
Being told that you or someone you know has epilepsy can be frightening. There is a lot to learn about the condition, and everyone's experience of epilepsy is different. You probably have lots of questions about what is happening and why. Here we answer some of the most commonly asked questions about epilepsy. Learning about epilepsy can help you feel more confident about managing the condition so that you get the best care and get on with your life with confidence.
Here are answers to a few frequently asked questions. You can also listen to the epilepsy ambassadors' answers to your questions.
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About Epilepsy
Diagnosis
Treatment
Antiepileptic drugs work best when you take them the way your doctor prescribes. You don't have to take them at exactly the same time each day, but it can help if you get into a routine, so that you take them at around the same time or times each day. The important thing is that the doses are evenly spaced out, so that you have a constant amount of drug in your bloodstream. If you miss one dose, you're unlikely to have a seizure, but the risk of a seizure may be increased.
