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Temporal Lobe Epilepsy Home Care
Home care for temporal lobe epilepsy includes:
  • Stop smoking.
  • Avoid exposure to secondary smoke.
  • Avoid alcohol.
  • Avoid stimulants:
  • Avoid caffeine. Images
  • Avoid decongestant medications:
  • Do not take nonprescription medications without talking to your doctor first.
  • Reduce stress.
  • Practice seizure safety:
    • Do not drive or operate machinery.
    • Do not participate in sports.
  • Get plenty of sleep.
  • Take prescribed medications as directed.
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Last Updated: Aug 11, 2008  References
Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD
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