Adarna
Epilepsy Clinic in Houston, Texas
Epilepsy is a neurological disorder that causes recurrent seizures, which can vary in severity and frequency. These episodes can occur without warning and may be difficult and frustrating to manage.
Fortunately, there are effective treatment options available to help reduce the frequency, severity, and duration of seizures. With the right care plan, many patients are able to better manage their symptoms and improve their quality of life.
At Adarna in Houston, TX, James O. Hill II, DO, provides personalized, evidence-based care to help patients living with epilepsy gain better control and confidence in their day-to-day lives. To make an appointment, call the office today or use the online scheduling tool.
Frequently Asked Questions
Epilepsy Q & A
What is epilepsy?
Epilepsy is a disorder that causes unusual brain activity resulting in seizures and changes in behavior. Anyone can develop epilepsy, and symptoms often vary widely from person to person. Most people can control their seizures with treatment, and some people even seem to recover to the point they no longer require treatment.
How do I know if I have epilepsy?
To be diagnosed with epilepsy, you need to have at least two unprovoked seizures, which can look different for everyone. Seizures can take the form of:
- Temporary confusion, disorientation
- A short staring spell
- Uncontrollable spasms in the arms and legs
- Full loss of consciousness
- Psychological symptoms like anxiety, fear or déjà vu
While symptoms can vary from person to person, you will likely have similar symptoms every time you have a seizure.
When should I see a doctor?
If you have had a seizure for the first time, it’s always a good idea to see a doctor to make sure that your seizure is not a sign of something more serious like a bacterial infection. Even if you are aware you have epilepsy, there can still be signs your seizures require medical attention, including:
- If a seizure lasts more than five minutes
- If you don’t regain consciousness or continue breathing after a seizure
- A second seizure immediately follows the first
- You’re experiencing a high fever or heat exhaustion during or before your seizure
- You are pregnant or have diabetes
- You were injured before your seizure, especially a head injury
Any of these could be signs that your seizures could be more dangerous than the typical epileptic seizure.
How can Adarna help my epilepsy?
When properly managed, seizures can often be reduced in both severity and duration, helping patients regain a greater sense of control and stability. Treatment plans are designed to address each individual’s condition and may include strategies to help prevent future episodes.
Most traditional seizure treatment involves anticonvulsant medications, which can be effective but don’t work for everyone and may come with unwanted side effects. Because of this, many patients benefit from a more personalized approach that may include medication management, lifestyle adjustments, and ongoing monitoring to optimize results.
Schedule an Epilepsy Evaluation
If you’re experiencing symptoms of Epilepsy in Houston, TX, call today or request an appointment online.