Epilepsy and Neurotransmitters

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Which of the following is a characteristic of epilepsy?

  • It is characterized by recurrent seizures (correct)
  • It is caused by hormonal factors
  • It is a metabolic disorder
  • It is a genetic disorder

What are seizures?

  • Altered consciousness, abnormal movements, sensations, or behaviors
  • Structural brain abnormalities
  • Sudden and uncontrolled electrical disturbances in the brain (correct)
  • Abnormal synaptic connections

Which of the following is NOT a potential cause of epilepsy?

  • Structural brain abnormalities
  • Inflammatory processes (correct)
  • Genetic factors
  • Metabolic disorders

What is the general drug classification of Keppra and Spritam?

<p>Anti-epileptic drugs (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is epileptogenesis?

<p>The process of developing epilepsy (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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