Book description
Navigating Life with Epilepsy aims to provide clear and reliable information about epilepsy, including "what" (definition), "how" (pathophysiology), "who" (epidemiology), and "why" (etiology). The volume guides the reader through current approaches to diagnosis (including a review of diagnostic tests) and treatment, and shares patient experiences and advice on navigating the…
Why read it?
1 author picked Navigating Life with Epilepsy as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?
I liked learning about the different types of epilepsy and the terminology pertaining to epilepsy. I enjoyed learning about different forms of treatment for epilepsy, such as vagus nerve stimulation, responsive neurostimulation, and deep brain stimulation. I liked learning about practical ways that people with epilepsy can manage their seizures.
It was refreshing to read a book written by a neurologist that recognizes that the side effects of seizure medications are serious and that the whole person is important when considering what treatment to provide to a person with epilepsy. I liked reading about the medical tests that are used…
From Amy's list on epilepsy and epilepsy brain surgery.
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