San Diego Health

Epilepsy is a neurological condition marked by recurring seizures. Aside from bouts of uncontrollable jerking movements, its symptoms can include temporary confusion, inability to respond to sound or visual stimuli, and unusual emotional or physical sensations. In this episode of San Diego Health, host Susan Taylor and guest Scripps Clinic neurologist Michelle Van Noord, MD, discuss epilepsy, how it’s diagnosed, who’s most at risk, and treatment options. Dr. Van Noord also outlines what exactly happens during a seizure. Epilepsy is a treatable disorder and physicians have many tools available to help patients control seizures. For more information on epilepsy, click here. https://www.scripps.org/7521p