Medical articles of Epilepsy

24/10/2025
Dr Alex Everitt
Consultant Neurologist
Diagnosing epilepsy: understanding the process
Epilepsy is a common neurological condition that affects the brain’s electrical activity, leading to recurring seizures. Diagnosing it accurately requires careful assessment, as many other conditions can mimic its symptoms. This article by a consultant neurologist explains the process of diagnosing epilepsy, and how the different possible causes can inform the treatment plan.
14/04/2025
Dr Salini Sumangala
Consultant neurologist
Improving quality of life for epilepsy patients via treatment and lifestyle changes
Epilepsy is a condition that affects the brain and causes seizures. While it can be challenging to live with, many people with epilepsy can manage their condition effectively and lead fulfilling lives. With the right combination of treatment, lifestyle adjustments and support, the impact of epilepsy can be significantly reduced.
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11/12/2024
Dr Kushan Karunaratne
Neurologist
Epilepsy and its seizures: causes, types, and management
Epilepsy is a neurological condition that is characterised by seizures, which can cause a range of behaviours such as tremors, loss of consciousness, or ‘blanking out’. In this article, a leading London neurologist explains all you need to understand about epilepsy and epileptic seizures.
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27/09/2024
Dr Nicholas Tsarouchas
Neurologist
How can a neurophysiologist help you if you suffer from epilepsy?
A neurophysiologist plays a key role in diagnosing and managing epilepsy, offering a range of services that can greatly improve the quality of life for those suffering from this condition. Leading consultant neurologist and clinical neurophysiologist Dr Nikolaos Tsarouchas discusses how these professionals can help, in this informative article.
18/09/2024
Written by Top Doctors
Epilepsy unveiled: Advances in diagnosis and treatment
Epilepsy is a complex neurological disorder characterised by recurrent seizures that requires a comprehensive approach to diagnosis and treatment. Here a renowned consultant neurologist, provides an expert insight into epilepsy, discussing diagnosis, treatment, and the advancements that have been made in the field.
27/08/2024
Dr Saifuddin Shaik
Neurologist
Epilepsy and seizures: An expert guide
Epilepsy is a neurological disorder characterised by recurrent seizures that can significantly impact daily life, leading to challenges in managing symptoms and maintaining a sense of normalcy. Here, Dr Saifuddin Shaik, renowned consultant neurologist, provides an expert insight.
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13/02/2024
Professor Matthias Koepp
Neurologist
Can individuals with epilepsy participate in sports?
In his latest online article, Professor Matthias Koepp explores the inclusion of individuals with epilepsy in sports, discussing necessary precautions and guidelines. It touches on restrictions in specific sports, safety measures, in particular for water activities, and the impact of sports on epilepsy management.
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25/10/2023
Professor Matthias Koepp
Neurologist
A guide to epilepsy
Epilepsy is the most common serious neurological disorder affecting millions of people worldwide. This condition, characterised by recurrent seizures, has multiple causes, as well as presents with a wide spectrum of symptoms. Renowned consultant neurologist Professor Matthias Koepp explores its principal causes, various seizure types, common symptoms and treatment options.
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14/06/2023
Dr Chinwe Ude
Paediatrician
Expert advice: What to do if your child suffers a seizure for the first time
Seizures in children require timely investigation and in some cases, urgent medical attention. To explain further, we invited highly respected consultant paediatrician Dr Chinwe Ude to share her expert insight for parents on the next steps to take following a childhood seizure.
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25/05/2023
Dr Katia Cikurel
Neurologist
Epilepsy (Part 2): Treatment
Epilepsy is a chronic neurological disorder, characterised by the onset of recurrent seizures (abnormal electrical activity in the brain), that affects 50 million people of all ages worldwide. Following on from the first part on epileptic seizures and the diagnosis of epilepsy, renowned consultant neurologist Dr Katia Cikurel, offers a comprehensive insight into the medical concerns for women who are diagnosed and the most common treatments available.
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