Health conditions

Epilepsy

  • Epilepsy is a serious neurological condition that affects 2 in every 100 people.
  • In WA about 20,000 people have epilepsy and 1,400 new diagnoses are made each year.
  • With treatment, epilepsy is manageable and people can live normal lives.
Causes
Diagnosis
Self-care
Support

Where to get help

  • Your care plan will tell you who to contact for non-urgent care.
  • If you have severe symptoms, always dial triple zero (000) to call an ambulance in a medical emergency.
  • See your doctor.
  • Ring healthdirect on 1800 022 222.

Acknowledgements

Child and Adolescent Health Service – Mental Health | Neurosciences and the Senses Health Network | Epilepsy Association of WA (Inc)


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