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Featured Epilepsy ArticlesDispelling the Top 5 Epilepsy MythsEpilepsy--the mere word often conjures images that are either terribly frightening or simply inaccurate. And despite being first documented by Hippocrates in 400 B.C., the cause of this brain disorder, which is primarily characterized by recurrent seizures, is still largely a mystery.Health by the Numbers: EpilepsyView All Epilepsy ArticlesEpilepsy NewsFDA says companies violating flavored cigarette ban
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Age-related cataracts causes a clouding of the lens in the eye that can affect vision, but cataract surgery helps restore vision. In this procedure the lens is removed and replaced with an intraocular lens (IOL) or an artificial plastic lens.
Play Video NowView All Epilepsy VideosEpilepsy Tip: Rest UpAlthough epileptics generally require the same amount of sleep as anyone else, late nights or an overall sleep deficit can dramatically raise the risk of seizures. For this reason, make sure to go to sleep around the same time each night, keep a sleep journal (so you can show your doctor), and make sure your bedroom is a sleep-friendly environment--dark, quiet, and comfortably cool. |
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