Suggest Treatment For Seizures In An Elderly Person
Epileptic episodes/age likely to cause memory/cognition problems
Detailed Answer:
Hi Geno,
I understand your concerns.
Petit mal and grand mal are types of seizure (epilepsy). Generally, the longer the seizure lasts, the greater the epileptic episodes, the higher the chances to get your brain damaged. In your case, they have affected your memory and cognition.
With regards to Lamictal, its effect is to stabilize the abnormal electrical functioning of the brain. Rarely, its use can cause mental disorders but not to the extent of cognition or memory problems.
Age is another factor aggravating problems with memory and cognition. Altogether (with petit/grand mal), their bad effect is enhanced.
In such cases, it is compulsory to control the seizures episodes as much as you can. Take medicines as prescribed, avoid triggering factors like stress, alcohol, cold (common in some patients); lack of sleep, tiredness, etc.
I also advise to keep regular follow ups with your doctor to evaluate the changes in your brain accordingly.
All the best!
Dr.Albana