Types of Seizure Disorders
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A seizure is a sudden surge of electricity in the brain. Seizures may be so mild they are barely noticeable, or severe enough to cause injury. Seizures may be caused by a number of things, including:
- Birth injury
- Brain tumor
- Head injury
- Infection
- Stroke
- Withdrawal from alcohol or drugs
If you’ve had two or more seizures, you might have epilepsy. This seizure disorder affects 5 to 10 % of Americans.
Epilepsy affects people of all ages, races, and ethnic backgrounds. That’s why personalized treatment is so important. At Baystate, we strive for excellence in caring for all people with seizures.
Our Seizure Specialists
Baystate Medical Center is the only hospital in western Massachusetts with epileptologists on staff. These specialists subspecialize in the treatment of people with epilepsy. They work together with other experts to develop a comprehensive treatment plan to manage your symptoms and improve your quality of life.
Our team of seizure experts includes:
- Epileptologists
- Advanced practitioners
- Clinical nurses
- Electroencephalogram (EEG) technologists
- Neuropsychologists
- Neuroradiologists
- Neurosurgeons
Epilepsy Treatment
Medication is the primary treatment for epilepsy, but our team offers a full range of treatment options. We will work with you to develop a treatment plan that works best for you, including: