Cryptogenic epilepsy is a disease of the human psyche, in which there are no visible causes of the disease( brain trauma, vascular pathology, tumors).
For some unknown reason, some areas of the brain begin:
- is malfunctioning;
- generate erroneous pulses.
Perhaps the causes of this type of epilepsy are genetic, and the symptoms can be completely different, depending on the proportion of the brain generating the wrong impulses.
The causes of this disease, as its name implies( "Cryptogenic"), is still unknown.
Symptoms of
We have already written that the symptoms of cryptogenic epilepsy can be very diverse.
For example, in several different patients, this type of epilepsy manifests itself in completely different types of seizures:
- atonic( decreased muscle tone);
- tonic( strong muscular tension);
- myoclonic( convulsive muscular contractions;
- epileptic and some others.)
Before the onset of epilepsy, there may be:
- a sense of anxiety;
- sensation of uncontrolled fear;
- various hallucinations( auditory, visual, taste, etc.).
The main fit is often accompanied by:
- vomiting
- increased blood pressure
- convulsions
- loss or turbidity
- by rolling eyeballs behind the eyelid
- by respiratory arrest and so on
Diagnosis
To establish the correct diagnosis, the following is required:
- MRI examination of brain tissue accompanied by contrast enhancement
- EEG monitoring
Treatment of
After making the final diagnosis, all measures are taken to eliminate any factors contributing to the occurrence of seizures or deterioration of well-being.can be achieved through the regular use of medicines or temporary stay in specialized clinical settings.
The dosage, type of medication and the conditions for its administration are assigned exclusively by your health care provider, on the basis of studies and analyzes.
The main requirement for the treatment of cryptogenic epilepsy is the maintenance of a healthy lifestyle.
Accompanying activities are:
- observance of the correct mode of the day( alternation of rest and load);
- disposal of psychological shocks.
Sometimes, epileptic manifestations in a person are minimized, and in some situations it is possible to completely get rid of the disease.
But, however, the chances of successful treatment are quite high.
Take care of yourself.
Stay healthy!
