Epilepsy: Causes and Pathophysiology

Most of the time, it's unclear why this occurs. Because one in every three persons with epilepsy has a family member who suffers from the condition, it's probable that your genes play a role in how your brain functions. Epilepsy is sometimes caused by brain damage, such as damage caused by: a stroke A brain tumour, a serious head injury, drug or alcohol abuse, or a brain infection are all possible causes of death. a shortage of oxygen during labour and delivery Everyone has a chance of having ...