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epilepsy

[ep-uh-lep-see] / ˈɛp əˌlɛp si /


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Since being diagnosed with epilepsy at 13 years old, Sophie Morgan has tried everything to have a "normal" life, from invasive brain surgery to various medications.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

"As soon as I mentioned epilepsy, the tone changed, it was like the temperature changed in the room," she said.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

"Creating inclusive workplaces where people with epilepsy can succeed is not only beneficial to the people with epilepsy, but also the employer," it added.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

This time, Warner Judd got an answer when she was diagnosed with focal epilepsy, meaning her seizures typically start in one side of the brain and cause unusual feelings, sensations or movements.

From BBC • Apr. 23, 2026

And everyone in the office knew about my epilepsy, so they were always so careful around me.

From "100 Sideways Miles" by Andrew Smith




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