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Shining a light on epilepsy Epilepsy Awareness www. epilepsy. ie

Shining a light on epilepsy Epilepsy Awareness www. epilepsy. ie

Shining a light on epilepsy • Epilepsy Ireland • Epilepsy – Definitions – Epilepsy

Shining a light on epilepsy • Epilepsy Ireland • Epilepsy – Definitions – Epilepsy Facts • Seizure Classification – Treatment • First Aid for Seizures www. epilepsy. ie

Shining a light on epilepsy Epilepsy Ireland • Founded in 1966 • To provide

Shining a light on epilepsy Epilepsy Ireland • Founded in 1966 • To provide information & support • Head office – Dublin + 10 regional offices www. epilepsy. ie

Shining a light on epilepsy INFORMATION – Booklets – Leaflets – Information Packs www.

Shining a light on epilepsy INFORMATION – Booklets – Leaflets – Information Packs www. epilepsy. ie SERVICES

Shining a light on epilepsy SERVICES SUPPORT – One-to-one consultation – Support Group Meetings

Shining a light on epilepsy SERVICES SUPPORT – One-to-one consultation – Support Group Meetings www. epilepsy. ie

Shining a light on epilepsy SERVICES Sign up for our Epilepsy Online Support Groups:

Shining a light on epilepsy SERVICES Sign up for our Epilepsy Online Support Groups: http: //support. epilepsy. ie www. epilepsy. ie

Shining a light on epilepsy SERVICES AWARENESS • Information Stands – Conferences – Health

Shining a light on epilepsy SERVICES AWARENESS • Information Stands – Conferences – Health Promotion Events – Shopping Centres www. epilepsy. ie

Shining a light on epilepsy EDUCATION • Epilepsy Awareness Presentations – Schools – Employers

Shining a light on epilepsy EDUCATION • Epilepsy Awareness Presentations – Schools – Employers – Health Professionals www. epilepsy. ie SERVICES

Shining a light on epilepsy SERVICES • Specialist Nurse Telephone Helpline (01) 4554133 Monday’s

Shining a light on epilepsy SERVICES • Specialist Nurse Telephone Helpline (01) 4554133 Monday’s 9: 30 a. m. — 1: 00 p. m. www. epilepsy. ie

Shining a light on epilepsy • Epilepsy – Definitions – Epilepsy Facts • Seizure

Shining a light on epilepsy • Epilepsy – Definitions – Epilepsy Facts • Seizure Classification – Treatment • First Aid for Seizures www. epilepsy. ie

Shining a light on epilepsy Definitions: Epilepsy - A tendency to recurring seizures which

Shining a light on epilepsy Definitions: Epilepsy - A tendency to recurring seizures which originate in the brain www. epilepsy. ie

Shining a light on epilepsy Definitions: Seizure: - A brief and temporary malfunction of

Shining a light on epilepsy Definitions: Seizure: - A brief and temporary malfunction of normal brain activity www. epilepsy. ie

Shining a light on epilepsy Epilepsy Facts: • 1 in 20 people have a

Shining a light on epilepsy Epilepsy Facts: • 1 in 20 people have a single seizure during their life • In Ireland 1 in 115 people have some form of epilepsy • Epilepsy is more common in people with an Intellectual Disability • Up to 70% of people can achieve seizure freedom with preventative treatment • Sudden Unexplained Death in Epilepsy (SUDEP) www. epilepsy. ie

Shining a light on epilepsy Epilepsy Facts: Causes – 40% - Structural damage •

Shining a light on epilepsy Epilepsy Facts: Causes – 40% - Structural damage • birth trauma, infections of the brain, injury, tumour, stroke 60% - No identifiable cause www. epilepsy. ie

Shining a light on epilepsy Partial Simple Activity while person is alert Absence Staring

Shining a light on epilepsy Partial Simple Activity while person is alert Absence Staring and blinking Complex Activity with change in awareness Myoclonic Brief jerking movements, usually of upper body Generalised Secondary generalised Activity begins in one area and spreads Tonic-clonic Going stiff and falling – followed by convulsions (jerking movements) www. epilepsy. ie Tonic Going stiff and falling but without convulsions Atonic Falling limply to the ground

Shining a light on epilepsy Primary Treatment Options • Anti epileptic drug therapy •

Shining a light on epilepsy Primary Treatment Options • Anti epileptic drug therapy • Surgery Secondary Treatment Options • Vagal Nerve Stimulator • Ketogenic Diet • Psychological • Complementary therapy www. epilepsy. ie

Shining a light on epilepsy Some Factors which can Trigger Seizures • missed medication

Shining a light on epilepsy Some Factors which can Trigger Seizures • missed medication • illness/infections - such as urinary tract/respiratory tract infections • lack of sleep • stress – including stress caused by constipation/pain • heat • boredom • alcohol • photosensitivity • missing meals www. epilepsy. ie

Shining a light on epilepsy Dealing with a seizure situation: • You can’t stop

Shining a light on epilepsy Dealing with a seizure situation: • You can’t stop the seizure • Protect the person from any real or potential danger • If injured in any way administer first aid www. epilepsy. ie

Shining a light on epilepsy Dealing with a seizure situation: Tonic Clonic Seizure -

Shining a light on epilepsy Dealing with a seizure situation: Tonic Clonic Seizure - During DO • Note the time • Clear the space • Cushion the head DON’T • Put anything in the mouth • Restrain movement • Move unless in danger www. epilepsy. ie

Shining a light on epilepsy Dealing with a seizure situation: Tonic Clonic Seizure –

Shining a light on epilepsy Dealing with a seizure situation: Tonic Clonic Seizure – After • If person is still unconscious /drowsy put in the recovery position • Stay with the person until fully conscious www. epilepsy. ie

Shining a light on epilepsy Dealing with a seizure situation: When to call an

Shining a light on epilepsy Dealing with a seizure situation: When to call an ambulance • If it’s the person’s first seizure • If the seizure lasts longer than normal • If the seizure lasts longer than 5 minutes (when normal duration is not known) • If one seizure follows another without recovery in between www. epilepsy. ie

Shining a light on epilepsy Dealing with a seizure situation: When to call an

Shining a light on epilepsy Dealing with a seizure situation: When to call an ambulance • • If you suspect head injury/concussion If you suspect person has inhaled water If you are worried about person’s colour/breathing If directed by organisation www. epilepsy. ie

Shining a light on epilepsy www. epilepsy. ie

Shining a light on epilepsy www. epilepsy. ie