How to Diagnose Types of Epilepsy
Some tests and lab procedures may help diagnose the type of epilepsy. These include:
– Medical history: Your doctor may need to know about your family history of epilepsy as the condition tends to be inherited.
– Physical exam: They may examine to look for signs of physical issues or problems with motor skills.
– Blood tests: The results may show the presence of inflammatory or low blood sugar markers, which are associated with seizures.
– Electroencephalogram or EEG evaluates the electrical activity in the brain to help find out the exact origination and type of the seizure.
– Neuropsychological exam: Your doctor will examine your memory, speech, and cognition to identify the areas of the brain affected by the seizures.
– Imaging techniques: An MRI or a CT scan may help a doctor identify structural abnormalities or lesions associated with seizures. [7]
