by DDP | Feb 24, 2025 | Dr Dominic Paviour, Epilepsy and seizures
Epilepsy is a neurological condition affecting approximately 1 in 100 people in the UK. It is characterised by recurrent seizures, which are temporary periods of abnormal brain activity that can manifest in various ways, from brief lapses of awareness to more dramatic...
by DDP | Nov 13, 2024 | Consultant Neurologist, Dr Dominic Paviour, Epilepsy and seizures
Epilepsy is a condition that affects many people, bringing challenges that can disrupt daily life and routines. Seizures, which result from irregular electrical activity in the brain, can vary widely in frequency and severity. While these experiences are unique to...
by DDP | Jun 3, 2024 | Epilepsy and seizures
Epilepsy is a neurological disorder marked by recurrent, unprovoked epileptic seizures caused by abnormal electrical activity in the brain. Understanding the various aspects of epilepsy can significantly enhance management and quality of life for those affected. Types...
by DDP | Apr 10, 2023 | Consultant Neurologist, Epilepsy and seizures, Neurologist, Private Consultant Neurologist
Epilepsy is a neurological disorder that affects millions of people worldwide. It is a chronic condition that causes seizures, which can be unpredictable and disruptive. If you or someone you know has been diagnosed with epilepsy, it is important to seek the help of a...
by DDP | Mar 14, 2023 | Consultant Neurologist, Dr Dominic Paviour, Epilepsy and seizures
Epilepsy is a neurological disorder that affects millions of people worldwide. It is characterised by recurrent seizures caused by abnormal electrical activity in the brain. If you suspect you may have epilepsy, it is important to see a neurologist or paediatrician as...
by DDP | Oct 25, 2022 | Consultant Neurologist, Epilepsy and seizures
Our brains are hives of electrical activity, but when this activity is intense and unexpected, it signals a seizure. A seizure is when there is a burst of intense electrical activity. Here we’re looking more closely at epilepsy and seizures. We hope to help provide a...
by DDP | Jul 5, 2022 | Consultant Neurologist, Dr Dominic Paviour, Epilepsy and seizures
Experiencing a seizure can be a very worrying moment and it can lead to a diagnosis of epilepsy. This is not always the case and finding help with epilepsy and seizures can lead you towards epilepsy diagnosis or another condition. Dr Paviour is an experienced...
by DDP | Dec 17, 2021 | Epilepsy and seizures, Patient Information, Treatment
If your doctor thinks you may have epilepsy, they should arrange for you to see a neurologist. For younger patients, this may be a paediatrician. This doctor will probably suggest you have some tests in order to diagnose and provide treatment for epilepsy and...
by DDP | Nov 20, 2021 | Epilepsy and seizures, General, Patient Information
If you have been experiencing symptoms and have visited a GP who has given you a diagnosis, you will have many questions. What is epilepsy? What happens when you have epilepsy? How is epilepsy managed? This guide is aimed at helping you understand some of your...
by DDP | Sep 28, 2021 | Consultant Neurologist London, Epilepsy and seizures, Migraine, Multiple Sclerosis
A neurologist is a medically qualified doctor dealing with disorders of the nervous system. Dr Paviour is a highly regarded Consultant Neurologist, London. With clinics in Chelsea, Wimbledon and Harley Street on various days, Dr Paviour able to offer a range of...
by DDP | Jul 12, 2021 | Consultant Neurologist, Dr Dominic Paviour, Epilepsy and seizures
In its simple form, epilepsy is a common condition that affects the brain and causes seizures. However, it is a complex disorder so understanding epilepsy for yourself, family, or friends is important to help manage the condition. Electrical activity is happening in...
by DDP | May 14, 2021 | Consultant Neurologist, Consultant Neurologist Chelsea, Dr Dominic Paviour, Epilepsy and seizures
Electrical activity is happening in our brain all the time. A seizure happens when there is a sudden burst of intense electrical activity in the brain. This patient guide aims to give some information on epilepsy and seizures to help understand the condition. What are...
