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Absence seizures EEG

2023-03-06 04:28:31
My son's EEG shows generalized epileptiform activity. Does this mean epilepsy? See the attached reports. Currently undergoing ayurvedic treatment.
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Yes. He needs to be on proper medications for epilepsy.

Answered2023-03-06 07:20:23

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