Epilepsy and Seizures

Ian W. Toal is a registered nurse in Barrie, Ontario.

A seizure is uncontrolled brain activity that produces symptoms ranging
from a vacant stare to “classic” tonic/clonic seizures. Epilepsy is
a disorder characterized by frequent or repeated seizures. This book
looks at the causes of seizures, their diagnosis, and options for
treatment. Although seizures are not normally a medical emergency, some
first-aid considerations are covered, as are the truly dangerous types
of seizures such as status epilepticus (seizuring that continues for a
prolonged time). The impact of seizures on a person’s life is also
discussed.

Although written by a physician who specializes in neurology and
seizures, the book is aimed at the general reader. Very complex material
(like a guide to the brain and its function) is presented in an
accessible way, and the text is liberally sprinkled with real-life
examples and comments that underscore Weaver’s central point that
seizures and epilepsy are conditions that can be treated, allowing a
person to live a normal life. Epilepsy and Seizures maintains the high
standards set by other titles in the Your Personal Health Series. An
excellent glossary, index, and resource section are included.