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Epilepsy Treatment in New Delhi

Epilepsy is a neurological condition in which a person experiences recurrent unprovoked seizures due to abnormal electrical activity in the brain. It affects people of all ages and, with proper diagnosis and treatment, the majority can lead full, seizure-free lives.

Medically reviewed 2026-08-08 · Dr. Sudheer Pandey, DrNB Neurology

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What is Epilepsy?

Care begins with classifying the seizure type using EEG and imaging, then selecting medication tailored to the individual. Long-term follow-up ensures medication doses stay appropriate, side effects are minimised and lifestyle guidance supports safety at home, work and on the road.

What are the symptoms of Epilepsy?

Common symptoms include the features below. Patterns vary — a neurologist matches your history to the right diagnosis rather than treating a single symptom in isolation.

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Sudden loss of awareness or staring spells

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Uncontrolled jerking of arms or legs

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Stiffening of the body

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Loss of consciousness with fall

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Tongue biting or incontinence during episode

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Confusion after the episode

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Brief unusual sensations or smells

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Repeated unexplained falls

What causes Epilepsy?

Identifying the cause guides treatment. These are frequent contributors — your evaluation may reveal one factor or a combination.

Genetic Factors

Some epilepsies have a clear inherited component.

Brain Injury

Past head injury, stroke or infection can scar the brain and cause seizures.

Structural Lesions

Tumours, malformations or cortical dysplasia may be discovered on MRI.

Infections

Past meningitis, encephalitis or neurocysticercosis can trigger epilepsy.

Metabolic Causes

Low sugar, sodium imbalance or kidney issues may provoke seizures.

Unknown Cause

In many patients no specific cause is found, and treatment is still very effective.

How does Dr. Sudheer treat Epilepsy?

Care is personalised after examination and targeted tests. The usual pathway has three stages:

Diagnosis

Seizure history, eyewitness accounts, EEG and brain MRI to classify focal versus generalised epilepsy and exclude structural causes such as scar or neurocysticercosis.

Treatment Plan

First-line anti-epileptic drugs chosen for your seizure type, with dose titration, side-effect monitoring and clear first-aid and lifestyle safety advice.

Follow-up

Regular review of seizure diaries, drug levels when indicated, and discussion of tapering after sustained freedom or referral for advanced options if seizures persist.

When should I seek urgent care for Epilepsy?

• A seizure lasting more than 5 minutes
• Repeated seizures without recovery in between
• First-ever seizure
• Seizure with injury, breathing difficulty or pregnancy

Frequently asked questions about Epilepsy

Direct answers patients ask before booking a neurology consultation.

Around 70% of patients become completely seizure-free with the right anti-epileptic medication. In carefully selected drug-resistant cases, epilepsy surgery can offer a lasting curative option after detailed EEG and MRI evaluation.

Not necessarily. After two to three years seizure-free with a reassuring EEG, your neurologist may consider gradually tapering medication under close supervision rather than stopping suddenly at home.

Yes, after a defined seizure-free period — often several months — and written clearance from your neurologist, as required by local Indian driving regulations and safety guidance for you and others on the road.

Some epilepsy syndromes have a genetic basis, yet the overall risk that a child of a person with epilepsy will develop seizures remains relatively small; your neurologist can discuss personalised family counselling when needed.