UNDERSTANDING THE CONDITION
Epilepsy & seizures
Epilepsy involves a tendency to have seizures. One seizure does not always mean epilepsy; other causes must be considered.
NEUROLOGY · CONSULTATION GUIDE
Epilepsy & seizures
Prepare for a conversation with Dr Anup Bende at Shriji Polyclinic.
Symptoms to discuss
Seizures may cause shaking, staring, loss of awareness, unusual sensations or brief jerks. Symptoms differ between seizure types.
How assessment works
A witness account is helpful. Assessment may include EEG, blood tests and brain imaging; results are interpreted with the episode history.
Treatment approaches
Anti-seizure medicines are chosen individually. Follow-up includes safety, medication effects and pregnancy planning where relevant. Do not stop prescribed treatment without medical advice.
Prepare for your review
Bring previous prescriptions, investigation reports and your current medication list. Write down when symptoms began and how they affect your daily life. Ask which changes to monitor and when to return for review.
When to seek prompt help
Seek emergency care for a first seizure, one lasting more than five minutes, or repeated seizures without recovery.
Patient education · Updated 11 October 2026 · General information, not an individual treatment plan. Further reading: NHS ↗
Start with your concerns.
Your episode history, previous assessments and medication list.
Your consultation may include a discussion of symptoms, medical history, examination and review of existing records. Further investigations and the care plan depend on the findings; this page does not provide an individual diagnosis or treatment recommendation.
What to bring
- Previous EEG reports, relevant scans and a witness description of episodes, if available.
- Current prescriptions and a list of medicines you take.
- Relevant reports and the questions you would like answered.
Arrange your visit
Neurology consultations: Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday, 11 AM–2 PM and 7 PM–9 PM IST. Contact reception for availability and current fees.
Call +91 77589 88940For a medical emergency, seek immediate care at the nearest emergency department. Appointment enquiries are not monitored as an emergency service.