Tuesday, July 30, 2019

Epilepsy Can Follow Traumatic Brain Injury | Features | Epilepsy | CDC

Epilepsy Can Follow Traumatic Brain Injury | Features | Epilepsy | CDC



Epilepsy Can Follow Traumatic Brain Injury

A doctor looking at brain images from an MRI. Only his hand and torso are shown.
Did you know that traumatic brain injury (TBI) can cause epilepsy? Learn how to protect your brain.
traumatic brain injury (TBI) can happen to anyone, especially young children and older adults. TBIs can range from mild (such as concussions) to severe, life-threatening injuries. They can cause changes in:
  • Thinking and memory;
  • Sensations and balance;
  • Language, such as talking and understanding; and
  • Emotions, such as depression, anxiety, or aggression.1

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