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How Seizures Differ From Epilepsy?

A MyEpilepsyTeam Member asked a question 💭
St George, UT

Dr. Zulfiquar Ahmed
Published on Jun 17, 2017
Even though Seizures and epilepsy are closely related, but often mistaken one for the other. There are key differences between these two medical terms, and understanding them could mean the difference between life and death for those who are affected. The main difference between a seizure and epilepsy is that seizures are a single occurrence while epilepsy is a medical condition.

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May 13, 2018
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A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

Do you have real seizures or just auras?? If you ur on meds as an epileptic for seizures & take meds there’s no reason y ur dr doesn’t sign the paperwork. There must be something else going on if you won’t sign it. Well if you have proof that you see a dr & he’s a neurologist, says u have epilepsy & says u have seizures & you take meds then there’s no other real thing you need to show just show it to SSID. You should receive Medicare no problem and money each month.

March 2, 2021
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

Then why won’t my doctors label it as such.. it is affecting my ability to apply for disability SS.. I am 54 and have been unable to drive or work for the last 3-4 years.

June 26, 2018

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