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Q - What if I don't have seizures when I'm in the hospital?

The California Pacific Epilepsy Program
A - As part of this inpatient evaluation, you will be tapered off your seizure medication and sleep deprivation may be required to induce seizures.
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Q - What if I do not have any seizures?

The California Pacific Epilepsy Program
A - Your medication will be reduced and stopped just as in your initial evaluation. Seizures may also be induced by sleep deprivation.
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Q - Will the surgery stop my seizures completely?

The California Pacific Epilepsy Program
A - The percentages vary depending on your individual case and the type of surgery you have. Your doctor will discuss your case with you individually.
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Q - I don't see the type of license listed that I'm interested in. Why is that?

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A - The Department of Buildings does not license every trade. A listing of the trades licensed by this Department is located at the end of this section. General contractors are not licensed in New York City or New York State. Home Improvement Contractors are licensed by the Department of Consumer Affairs (NYC.gov/consumers or 212-487-4436).
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Q - What other testing will I have while in the hospital?

The California Pacific Epilepsy Program
A - If you have not already had them, you will have an MRI and a PET scan. Sometimes a SPECT scan and neuropsychological tests may be done.
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Q - What should I bring with me to the hospital?

The California Pacific Epilepsy Program
A - We encourage you to wear your regular clothes during the day and your pajamas at night. Clothes with buttons or zippers are best. The electrodes and wrappings on your head make "pull-on" shirts difficult. We encourage you to bring your favorite hobbies and plenty of reading material. Some patients find that photographs or a special pillow or blanket make the room more comfortable. For safety reasons we ask that all personal items and effects be cleared through your epilepsy team.
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Q - I don't see what I'm looking for, Can you get it?

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What are seizures and how do they occur?

Penn Comprehensive Neuroscience Center: Services and Program...
A "seizure" is a transient event caused by abnormal excitability of all or part of the brain. The principal cells of the brain, or "neurons", use several different types of chemicals (called neurotransmitters) to communicate with each other. These chemical messages are translated into electrical signals, which allow neurons in different parts of the brain to work together and perform tasks: to move your arm, read a book, or tell a story.
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Can the seizures reoccur?

Penn Comprehensive Neuroscience Center: Services and Program...
Seizures can recur after successful epilepsy surgery in about 20-30% of patients, with times of recurrence ranging from 1 to more than 10 years. Most commonly, seizures recur after antiepileptic medications are stopped, and can be controlled again if medications are restarted. Less often, seizures recur even though the patient is still taking medications. Need an appointment? Request one online 24 hours/day, 7 days/week or call 800-789-PENN (7366) to speak to a referral counselor.
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Are seizures dangerous to others?

Epilepsy Foundation-Frequently Asked Questions
Not usually. The overwhelming majority of seizures are either convulsions or brief alterations of consciousness during which movements are vague, non-threatening, and primitive. During these episodes, directed violence or any complex actions requiring organized thought are unlikely to occur. Clumsy, undirected violence is possible when people are restrained during a seizure, or during the period of confusion following a seizure.
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What can I wear while I'm at the hospital?

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We suggest that patients wear casual, comfortable clothing appropriate for the season. Due to health regulations, all patients must wear socks, shoes/slippers and a shirt at all times. For safety reasons, we recommend closed toe shoes/slippers. On some units, jewelry may be prohibited during some or all of your stay. Clothes or jewelry promoting or displaying violence, gang involvement or disrespect to any group, advertisements of taverns, or use of alcohol/drugs are forbidden.
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Q What should I do if I'm exercising regularly but don't feel any improvement?

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What if I don't see the tune I'm looking for?

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Some tunes come in certain boxes only. They are installed at the factory. Some tunes are not licensed by the artist and, therefore, not available. Some tunes simply cannot be captured on a mechanical mechanism and are not made. This is especially true of tunes that are very slow or have a beat of some kind. You may want to have us check our one-of-a-kind items. To inquire further click here for MUSIC BOX WORLD email.
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No, Seriously. What if I don't Laugh when I'm at Your Show?

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Man, you just want to break-up the party, don't you? Ok. If you don't laugh while at the show, you need some serious help. In fact, you may be dead.
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WHAT ABOUT THE HOSPITAL?

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The University of Maryland Medical Center (UMMC) is not part of our SACE. UMMC joined with our SACE to form an Organized Health Care Arrangement (OHCA). Again, this helps improve the exchange of PHI among these entities.
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Q What if I don't like it?

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A This doesn't happen very often! However, we can easily remove the system leaving your natural hair just as it was when you came first came into the studio, with no mess, residue or damage. A Absolutely not. We can remove the system whenever you like, leaving your natural hair in just as good a condition as it was when you first came into the studio - and, in many cases, better. There's no mess, residue or damage giving you the freedom to go back to wigs, hairpieces or an alternative solution.
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Q Why don't I pay VAT?

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A Because of the nature of our service, H.M. Customs have agreed to treat our medical clients as VAT exempt on their fees. This only applies to clients with a medical problem - clients who are simply looking to enhance a full head of healthy hair will pay VAT at the current rate.
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Q - I don't see a disposition for a complaint. Why is that?

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A - All complaints are prioritized and responded to based on the perceived severity. "A" complaints are generally responded to within 1.5 days and "B" complaints are generally responded to within 25 days. Other complaints are responded to as time and resources allow. Also see BIS Complaint Disposition Codes (pdf- 23kb).
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My dog is on medication and still has frequent seizures. What can I do?

Frequently Asked Questions
If your dog has just started on medication, be patient. It frequently takes several adjustments in medications before the right dose and combination of medications are found. If your vet has tried both Phenobarbital and bromide and your dog still doesn't have good control, you should consider asking your vet for a referral to a veterinary neurologist who may try other second and third line medications.
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Do seizures get worse over time?

Frequently Asked Questions
Left untreated seizures may get worse over time. Studies have shown that early treatment of seizures results in better long term control of seizures. With early treatment, seizures should become less frequent and less severe.
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CAN SEIZURES BE CONTROLLED?

Frequently Asked Questions
Treatment of epileptic seizures is usually accomplished through medication management. Antiepileptic medications work by circulating in the blood stream at an optimal and steady therapeutic level to provide maximum seizure control. This therapeutic level is called the plasma drug level, and this level is routinely measured from an assay of the patient's blood. Steady plasma drug levels are best achieved by taking the antiepileptic medication as prescribed.
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Are seizures painful?

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The seizure itself is usually not painful. Following a generalized, tonic-clonic seizure, however, some children may complain of muscle aches and a sore tongue. These complaints are related to the muscle jerking and tongue biting during the seizure.
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What is the difference between seizures and epilepsy?

Epilepsy Foundation-Frequently Asked Questions
Seizures are a symptom of epilepsy. Epilepsy is the underlying tendency of the brain to produce sudden bursts of electrical energy that disrupt other brain functions. Having a single seizure does not necessarily mean a person has epilepsy. High fever, severe head injury, lack of oxygen -- a number of factors can affect the brain enough to cause a single seizure.
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How can people guard against having seizures?

Epilepsy Foundation-Frequently Asked Questions
A person with epilepsy can help control his or her seizures by taking the prescribed medication regularly, maintaining regular sleep cycles, avoiding unusual stress, and working closely with his or her physician. Regular medical evaluation and follow-up visits are also important. However, seizures may occur even when someone is doing everything he or she is supposed to.
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How can I help control my seizures?

UC Davis Comprehensive Epilepsy Program - FAQ about epilepsy
It's important that prescribed antiseizure medicine is taken exactly as directed. Some medications such as ethosuximide and phenobarbital can be taken once a day. Other medications must be taken several times a day to be effective. If medication in the blood is too high or too low, it can fail to control seizures or it can produce unwanted side effects, such as an increase in seizure frequency. Keeping a seizure record can also be useful for diagnosis and following the effects of new treatment.
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