Epilepsy – Issues relating to diagnosis

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In this episode:

  • There is a bi-directional association between epilepsy and mood disorders
  • What are the common triggers of a seizure?
  • The tricky issues of informing the authorities regarding driving and employers regarding working with epilepsy – whose responsibility is it
  • What is the Epilepsy Management Plan and the Emergency Medication Management plan

 

Host: Dr David Lim, GP and Medical Educator

Total time: 22 mins

Guest: Prof Samuel Berkovic, Chief Medical Officer and Laureate Professor

 

Recommended resources:

  • The National Epilepsy Support Service. Visit website or contact:
    1300 761 487

 

Last Updated: 24 May, 2022

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