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The PatientsLikeMe Epilepsy Community

Epilepsy is a condition characterized by recurrent seizures, which are brief periods of synchronized electrical impulses in the brain that cause temporary changes in thinking, behavior, and consciousness. Seizures can interfere with patients' daily lives so medications are used to help patients become seizure-free and symptom-free. Imagine knowing what treatments work for people just like you — and having the ability to easily connect with those people. That’s what makes PatientsLikeMe different. By sharing your symptoms, treatments and more, you can gain insight into what affects your condition while helping others learn from your experiences. Together, we can achieve more. Begin making a difference today!

Who Will You Find?

You are not alone. Want to find patients like you to see how they treat their disease? Now you can.

What Are Patients Sharing?

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Top Treatments
Carbamazepine (Tegretol, Carbatrol)
Divalproex sodium (Depakote)
Phenytoin (Dilantin, Phenytoin EX)
Levetiracetam (Keppra, Keppra XR)
Gabapentin (Neurontin)
Topiramate (Topamax)
Top Symptoms
Anxiety
Depression
Excessive daytime sleepiness (somnolence)
Fatigue
Headaches
Insomnia
Memory problems
Pain
Problems concentrating
Real-World Experiences
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What Can You Learn?

Your Health Profile

By creating and sharing your health profile with the community, you can learn more about how your condition affects you and help others learn from your experience.

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