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Originally Posted by oojay
As Engine hinted at, it is because it is such a broad term and overused term. Recurring seizure disorder is also applicable. Epilepsy is far more common than people think, and can be far more rigorous and devastating as well. In history, it has been labeled "The Sacred Disease," as many prophets have been afflicted with it. I used the quotation almost sarcastically, as there is unfortunately a stigma in society about people with epilepsy, and how they may fall over at any second.
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Personally I have never experienced any kind of stigma. I understand that it can be difficult to pinpoint epilepsy but I know plenty of people who were tiold in no uncertain terms that they had it, were given medication to treat it and now only have seizures whenever they forget to take it. Thats the kind of clarity I wish I had, where I could feel fully confident in my diagnosis and treatment.