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    Epilepsy is a brain disorder that interrupts the normal electrical activity in the brain. It can be caused by brain injuries, tumors, infections, diabetes, or withdrawing from alcohol or drugs. Diagnosis involves MRI or CT scans. Treatment includes medications like combinations of drugs or surgery if a tumor is operable. There are many foundations that support epilepsy research and awareness.

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    Epilepsy is a brain disorder that interrupts the normal electrical activity in the brain. It can be caused by brain injuries, tumors, infections, diabetes, or withdrawing from alcohol or drugs. Diagnosis involves MRI or CT scans. Treatment includes medications like combinations of drugs or surgery if a tumor is operable. There are many foundations that support epilepsy research and awareness.

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    What Is Epilepsy

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    Epilepsy is a brain disorder that interrupts the normal electrical activity in the brain. It can be caused by brain injuries, tumors, infections, diabetes, or withdrawing from alcohol or drugs. Diagnosis involves MRI or CT scans. Treatment includes medications like combinations of drugs or surgery if a tumor is operable. There are many foundations that support epilepsy research and awareness.

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