Epilepsy is a condition characterized by recurrent aberrent electrical discharges in the brain which produce seizures.  During the seizure, the brain functions are disturbed.  Some seizures cause convulsions of the entire body, while others may only result in a few seconds of altered consciousness.  Most cases of epilepsy can be successfully treated.


Organizations

Epilepsy Foundation of America

Epilepsy Foundation of Oregon

    Branch of the EFA in Portland.

American Epilepsy Society