Epilepsy is a condition of the brain characterized by abnormal electrical activity. Episodes of recurrent seizures or fits are known as epilepsy. The brain tends to function using electrical signals, and disturbances in the signals can result in an epileptic event.

Seizures can be exhibited in different ways in different individuals; some of which include:
- Confusion, fear and anxiety
- Lack of consciousness or awareness
- Staring spell without self-realisation
- Uncontrolled movements of the upper and lower limbs
A single epileptic event cannot be tagged as an epileptic disorder

No, there is no cure for epilepsy, except when the conditions causing it are curable. However, life can be made seizure-free with the available anti-seizure medications.

The treatment options for epilepsy include
- Medications such as anti-seizure drugs or a combination of several medicines
- Therapies, such as deep brain stimulation and vagus nerve stimulation
- Surgery in rare cases (tumours)

Yes, treatments for epilepsy have the following side-effects:
- Tiredness and dizziness
- Skin rashes
- Weight gain
- Bone density reduction
- Loss of coordination
- Problems with speech and memory
- Depression
- Surgery-related complications