What is Epilepsy and Fainting?

Epilepsy is a disease of the nervous system characterized by recurrent seizures caused by abnormal electrical activity in the brain. Fainting is characterized by a brief loss of consciousness and is usually caused by a temporary decrease in blood flow to the brain. Both conditions can affect daily life and require specialist assessment.

How Does the Diagnosis Process Proceed?

As Metropol Health Group, we put patients with epilepsy and fainting through a comprehensive evaluation process.

• EEG (Electroencephalography): Detects the presence and source of epileptic seizures by measuring the electrical activity of the brain.
• MRI and Other Imaging Techniques: Advanced imaging methods are used to identify structural problems in the brain.
• Blood Tests and Clinical Examination: Additional tests are performed to evaluate underlying metabolic or systemic problems.
• Neurological Tests: The patient’s cognitive and motor functions are evaluated.

After the diagnosis, a treatment plan is prepared according to the needs of each patient.

What are the Symptoms?

• Recurrent Seizures: May manifest as loss of consciousness, convulsions or involuntary movements.
• Fainting and Collapse: Loss of consciousness, usually sudden and short-lived.
• Fluctuating States of Consciousness: Absent-mindedness, short-term memory loss or abnormal sensations.
• Abnormal Sensory Changes: Perceptual disturbances such as hearing strange odors, seeing flashes of light.
• Convulsions or tremors: involuntary movements, especially in certain parts of the body.

What are the Treatment Methods?

1. Drug Treatment: Antiepileptic drugs are prescribed to reduce the frequency and severity of seizures.
2. Surgical Interventions: If the brain region causing epilepsy is identified, surgical procedures can be applied to this region.
3. Vagal Nerve Stimulators: Seizure control is achieved by using devices that regulate electrical activity in the brain.
4. Lifestyle Modifications: Recommendations are made to reduce seizure triggers, such as sleep patterns, diet and stress management.
5. Education and Counseling: Raising awareness of patients and families on disease management.

Why Metropol Health Group?

As Metropol Health Group, we evaluate epilepsy and fainting disorders with advanced technology diagnostic methods and our expert staff, and offer individualized treatment plans to our patients. Our aim is to improve the quality of life of our patients and support them to lead a safe life.