epilepsy treatment strategies

Epilepsy treatment primarily involves medications called antiepileptic drugs (AEDs) that help prevent seizures by stabilizing electrical activity in the brain. When medications aren’t effective, other options include surgery to remove seizure-causing areas, devices like vagus nerve stimulators, or special diets such as the ketogenic diet which can reduce seizure frequency. Treatment plans are personalized based on the type of seizures, their cause, and the patient's overall health. The goal is to control seizures, minimize side effects, and improve quality of life through a combination of these approaches under medical guidance.