Epilepsy

Question 1

What is temporal lobe epilepsy?

Answer 1

A type of epilepsy that originates in the temporal lobes of the brain.

Question 2

True or False: Temporal lobe epilepsy can cause both simple and complex partial seizures.

Answer 2

True

Question 3

Fill in the blank: Temporal lobe epilepsy is often associated with __________ disturbances.
Is characterized by automatism, including …. or complex acts like …..

Answer 3

memory
Fidgeting, chewing, lip smacking, fumbling
speed driving kissing violence or other bizarre behaviors.

Question 4

What are the common symptoms of temporal lobe epilepsy? Hows categorized and why?

Answer 4

Complex (awareness impaired) Partial (particular focus in the brain) seizures.
Symptoms include aura, déjà vu, hallucinations, and altered consciousness, memory disturbances, emotional disturbances.

Question 5

Multiple Choice: Which diagnostic tool is commonly used to confirm temporal lobe epilepsy? A) MRI B) X-ray C) Ultrasound D) CT scan

Answer 5

A) MRI

Question 6

What is the most common cause of temporal lobe epilepsy in adults?

Answer 6

Mesial temporal sclerosis.

Question 7

Which is the AED of choice in a 5yo?

Answer 7

Gabapentin, topitamate, lamotrigine, pregabalin newer.
Carbamazepine.

Question 8

What surgical option may be considered for patients with drug-resistant temporal lobe epilepsy?

Answer 8

Temporal lobectomy.

Question 9

Duration of attack of TL epiplepsy?

Answer 9

1-3 min and postictal 1-2 with confussion.

Question 10

Short answer: What role does the hippocampus play in temporal lobe epilepsy?

Answer 10

The hippocampus is often involved in the generation of seizures and memory impairment.