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In Australia alone, around 250,000 people are living with epilepsy. That’s over 1% of the population[i]. This means most of us would know someone with epilepsy. Despite this, it’s a very misunderstood condition, and many myths exist. Here are a few of the common myths (and the facts!)
Myth: You’re born with epilepsy
Fact: Epilepsy can actually develop at any age. While a few people are born with this disease, there are others who are diagnosed with it for no clear reason.[ii]
Myth: There is no real treatment
Fact: Many people effectively control their epilepsy with medication. In fact, up to 70% of people can become seizure-free with medication.[iii]
Myth: People with epilepsy can’t drive
Fact: Actually, many people living with epilepsy can get a driver’s license if their seizures are well-controlled with medication, or if they fulfil the guidelines set out by the relevant driving authority in their country/state.
Myth: There is just one type of epilepsy
Fact: There are several epilepsy syndromes. Each has its own symptoms, causes, methods of diagnoses and seizure types. The method of treatment will depend on what type of epilepsy a person has.
Myth: A person with epilepsy will have it forever
Fact: Epilepsy is not necessarily a lifelong condition. There isn’t currently a ‘cure’ as such, but some childhood epilepsy syndromes can be ‘outgrown’. Many people with epilepsy can also become seizure free with the right medication.
Myth: When someone has a seizure you should put something into their mouthFact: This is one of the most common myths regarding epilepsy! Never put anything into the mouth of someone who is experiencing a seizure. The person experiencing a seizure can’t control their muscle movements and putting something in their mouth may cause injury.
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[i] Epilepsy Foundation, About Epilepsy, [online], https://www.epilepsy.org.au/about-epilepsy/#:~:text=In%20Australia%2C%20around%20250%2C000%20people,know%20someone%20with%20the%20condition.
[ii] Epilepsy Australia, Epilepsy Explained, [online], http://www.epilepsyaustralia.net/epilepsy-explained/#:~:text=Current%20research%20has%20identified%20that,to%20having%20seizures%20than%20others.
[iii] Epilepsy Australia, Epilepsy Explained, [online], http://www.epilepsyaustralia.net/epilepsy-explained/#:~:text=Current%20research%20has%20identified%20that,to%20having%20seizures%20than%20others.
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