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Epidemiology of Epilepsy: Global and US Statistics

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What is the definition of epilepsy according to the text?

Having at least two unprovoked seizures occurring more than 24 hours apart (correct)

Having more than three provoked seizures in a month

Having one unprovoked seizure and a probability of a high recurrence risk over the next two years

Having one unprovoked seizure and no recurrence risk

What is one of the criteria for diagnosing an epilepsy syndrome?

A single provoked seizure

High fever along with a seizure

Physical injury causing a seizure

Family history of seizures (correct)

Which factor determines a high recurrence risk of seizures over the next ten years?

Probability of recurrence over the next ten years (>60%) (correct)

Age of the individual

Type of seizure medication used

Probability of recurrence within a week of the first seizure

How far apart should unprovoked seizures occur to meet the definition of epilepsy?

At least 24 hours apart Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT part of the definition of epilepsy?

Two provoked seizures in a day Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'epidemiology' usually refer to in the context of health conditions like epilepsy?

Study of factors affecting the health of populations Signup and view all the answers

How does family history play a role in understanding epilepsy?

It can be a risk factor for developing epilepsy Signup and view all the answers

What is one aspect that helps to diagnose an epilepsy syndrome?

Presence of certain genetic markers Signup and view all the answers

Which factor contributes significantly to a high recurrence risk of seizures?

'Unprovoked' nature of the seizures Signup and view all the answers

Apart from having at least two unprovoked seizures, what else defines epilepsy according to the text?

Probability of a high recurrence risk over the next ten years (>60%) Signup and view all the answers