DISEASE SCANNER
Global Incurable Diseases Tracker
Temporal Lobe Epilepsy
The most common form of focal epilepsy originating in the temporal lobe. Often associated with hippocampal sclerosis. Causes seizures with distinctive features like déjà vu, strange smells, or autonomic symptoms.
3.0M
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Symptoms
Treatment Options
Risk Factors
Diagnostic Methods
- 1EEG
- 2Video-EEG monitoring
- 3MRI
- 4PET scan
- 5SPECT
- 6Neuropsychological testing
- 7Wada test
Prognosis
Good with treatment. 60-70% seizure-free with medication. 70-80% seizure-free after surgery. Some memory and cognitive effects possible. Quality of life generally good.
Prevention
- Head injury prevention
- Treat infections promptly
- Febrile seizure management
- Medication compliance
- Adequate sleep
- Stress management
Research Status
Antiepileptic drugs first line. Surgery (temporal lobectomy) highly effective for drug-resistant cases. Vagus nerve stimulation. Responsive neurostimulation. Ketogenic diet for some.
Affected Countries
Sources
- https://www.epilepsy.com/learn/types-seizures/focal-seizures
- https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/temporal-lobe-seizure/symptoms-causes/syc-20378161
- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books
- https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions
- https://rarediseases.org/rare-diseases
Medical Disclaimer
This information is for educational purposes only. Always consult healthcare professionals for medical advice, diagnosis, and treatment.