EPILEPSY
The word originating from the ancient Greek word "epilepsia", meaning seizure, epilepsy has been recognized throughout history. The disease can be traced back to references made to the disease in literature written hundreds and hundreds of years ago. For example, in ancient Egypt, epilepsy was considered a sacred disease because of the belief that a god had entered the person. But by the medieval times, epilepsy was called the "falling sickness" and was thought to be caused by demons possessing the person.1 Today, however, we have come to know a great deal more about the medical nature of the disease, as it has continued to be a threat to our very existence. Today's knowledge of the disease can better answer to the patient's needs than it did just a few years ago. New discoveries about the disease and advancements in how to deal with the disease are being made everyday. Today, epilepsy and seizures are classified into their many different forms, some suggests as to the origins and the causes of the disease have been provided, and a wide range of diagnosis and treatment options are offered."Epilepsy is a neurological disorder characterized by short, recurrent, periodic attacks of sensory and motor malfunctions c
A small number of children with certain types of seizures may be treated with a ketogenic diet, which includes a high intake of fats. It is not known how this diet helps prevent seizures. Diet is a very important part of treatment in people with phenylketonuria (PKU). This disorder can be detected through newborn screening, and a special diet must be followed to help prevent health problems, including seizures.21
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