Epilepsy Journal

Department of Neurosurgery, Justus Liebig University Giessen, Giessen, Germany

Publications

• Mini Review   
  Innocence Interrupted: Insights into Childhood Epilepsy
  Author(s): Kenne Russi*
  
  Childhood is often portrayed as a time of innocence, exploration and boundless energy. However, for children with epilepsy, this idyllic image can be shattered by the unpredictable and potentially life-altering nature of their condition. Epilepsy, characterized by recurrent seizures, affects individuals of all ages, but its impact on children can be particularly profound. Epilepsy is a neurological disorder marked by abnormal brain activity, leading to seizures. In children, epilepsy can manifest in various forms, from subtle absence seizures to dramatic convulsions. While the exact cause of epilepsy in children is often unknown, it can be attributed to factors such as genetic predisposition, brain injuries, infections, or developmental disorders. One of the challenges in diagnosing childhood epilepsy is recognizing the symptoms, as they may be mistaken for other .. Read More»
  DOI: 10.37421/2472-0895.2024.10.240

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