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Epilepsy attack: Epilepsy ie Epilepsy affects not only the brain but also many parts of the body. It is a neurological disorder, which affects the nervous system. Due to disturbances in the nervous system, the effect of epilepsy can be seen in the face, hands, feet and fingers. During an epileptic fit, a person may experience dizziness, tremors and fainting. Due to the effect on the nervous system, the heart can also be affected negatively. Due to this, the risk of getting tumor and stroke increases much more. On the occasion of ‘National Epilepsy Day’, we will tell you how epilepsy affects the heart along with the brain.
How does epilepsy affect the brain?
Epilepsy can be caused by changes in brain development, wiring and chemicals. According to Healthline, epilepsy can occur after any disease or any kind of damage to the brain. It blocks the activity of brain cells called neurons, which usually send messages to the brain in the form of electronic impulses. Seizures occur when these impulses are interrupted.
types of epilepsy
There are many different types of epilepsy and it causes different types of seizures. Some seizures are harmless and not noticeable. At the same time, there is a danger of life in some seizures because epilepsy disrupts the activity of the brain. It can affect almost every part of the body.
How does it affect the heart?
Seizures can disrupt the heart’s normal rhythm, causing the heart to beat too slowly, too fast, or irregularly at times. This problem is called arrhythmia. An irregular heartbeat can be very serious and can be potentially life-threatening. Experts believe that in some cases death due to epilepsy may be due to interruption in heart rhythm.
The risk of stroke may increase
Epilepsy can be triggered by problems with blood vessels in the brain. The brain needs oxygen-rich blood to function properly. Due to not getting proper blood, there can be a risk of damage to the blood vessels of the brain, stroke, seizures and heart attack. It is very important to know about the symptoms of epilepsy and the damage caused by it. Epilepsy is not an incurable disease, so it can be treated in time.
