Epilepsy
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Epilepsy in Indore – Advanced Care by Dr. Rakesh Raghuvanshi
Epilepsy is a neurological condition that causes recurring seizures and can affect people of all ages. With expert diagnosis and the right treatment, most patients can lead normal and active lives. Dr. Rakesh Raghuvanshi, a leading neurosurgeon in Indore, offers comprehensive care for epilepsy, including advanced surgical options for drug-resistant cases.
What is Epilepsy?
Epilepsy is a chronic brain disorder characterized by repeated seizures due to abnormal electrical activity in the brain. Seizures can vary from brief staring spells to full-body convulsions and loss of consciousness.
Common Symptoms of Epilepsy:
- Sudden jerking movements
- Temporary confusion or blank staring
- Loss of awareness or consciousness
- Repetitive movements (e.g., lip-smacking, hand-rubbing)
- Seizures triggered by stress, sleep deprivation, or flashing lights
Causes of Epilepsy:
- Brain injury or trauma
- Brain tumors or stroke
- Infections like meningitis
- Congenital brain defects
- Genetic factors
- Neurodevelopmental disorders
Comprehensive Epilepsy Diagnosis & Treatment
Dr. Rakesh Raghuvanshi uses a patient-centered approach that begins with accurate diagnosis through EEG, MRI, CT scans, and other neuro-evaluations to determine the type and cause of epilepsy.
Treatment options include:
Anti-epileptic medications for seizure control
Lifestyle and dietary guidance (including ketogenic diet if needed)
Surgical treatment for epilepsy (e.g., temporal lobectomy, lesion removal)
Vagus Nerve Stimulation (VNS) and other advanced procedures
Follow-up and rehabilitation care
Advanced Diagnosis & Treatment
At Dr. Raghuvanshi’s clinic, every patient receives a thorough evaluation using advanced diagnostic tools like MRI, CT scans, and biopsy to accurately determine the type and location of the tumor.