Epilepsy: Non-Contagious Neurological Disorder
Epilepsy is a chronic neurological condition characterized by recurrent unprovoked seizures due to abnormal brain electrical activity. It is not contagious—cannot spread through contact, air, water, or any interpersonal means.
Etiology
- Genetic: Channelopathies, neurodevelopmental genes.
- Structural: Brain malformations, stroke, tumor, trauma, hippocampal sclerosis.
- Infectious: Meningitis, encephalitis, neurocysticercosis.
- Metabolic/immune: Mitochondrial disorders, autoimmune encephalitis.
- Unknown: ~50% of cases.
Stigma persists due to misconceptions. Education and seizure first-aid training promote inclusion and safety for people with epilepsy.
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