November is National Epilepsy Awareness Month

Epilepsy can strike anytime, anywhere.  For an estimated three million Americans, they never know when they will be struck by a seizure, the telltale sign of the condition. These seizures are caused by abnormal electrical activity in the brain and can result in changes in behavior.  During a seizure, a person may experience uncontrollable movements, abnormal sensations and alterations in consciousness. Watch this video to learn how to help someone with a seizure: Epilepsy can lead to a diminished quality of life. In children and adolescents, epilepsy can lead to self-esteem issues and poor performance in school. In adults, epilepsy can hinder driving ability as well as limit participation in recreational and job-related activities. Sinai Hospital has the Epilepsy Center, one of Maryland’s leading epilepsy treatment facilities, which uses state-of-the-art technology to assess and treat patients with epilepsy. Its faculty and staff provide comprehensive long-term care, with the goal of giving patients the opportunity ...