Epilepsy Triggers: The #1 Mistake Most Patients Make - Dr. Arpita Shrivastava | Doctors' Circle

🌐https://www.manipalhospitals.com/mangalore/doctors/dr-arpita-shrivastava-neurologist/ 📞 1800 102 5555 (Online & in-person appointments can be booked online or by call) 📧 [email protected] 🌐https://www.manipalhospitals.com/mangalore/ KMC Hospital, Dr B R Ambedkar Circle, Mangalore Did you know that having a seizure doesn't always mean you have epilepsy? In this video, we break down the critical differences between a single seizure episode and the diagnosis of epilepsy, and why medication compliance is your biggest tool for a healthy life. In this video, you will learn: The clinical definition of a seizure vs. epilepsy. The "60% Rule" for diagnosing epileptic syndromes. Common triggers: From missed medication to sleep deprivation and fever. The roadmap to living a normal, healthy life through regular EEG and haematological checkups. Key Timestamps: 0:00 – Introduction: Meet Dr. Arpita Shrivastava 0:17 – Can High Blood Pressure Cause a Stroke? 0:29 – Hereditary vs. Lifestyle Factors in Stroke Risk 0:50 – Preventing Stroke: When to Get a Medical Workup [What counts as epilepsy, Can one seizure mean epilepsy, Symptoms of epilepsy triggers, What happens if I miss my epilepsy medication, Is epilepsy curable or manageable, Difference between provoked and unprovoked seizures, How often should I get an EEG, epilepsy triggers, seizure vs epilepsy, missing epilepsy medication, epilepsy management, unprovoked seizure risk] #doctorscircle #manipalhospitals #strokeawareness #highbloodpressure #neurology #hypertension #strokeprevention #healthylifestyle #brainhealth