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Health Conditions
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Seizure Disorder
Who has it?
Seizures
A seizure can happen to anyone. It is estimated that 8% of the general population will have at least one seizure during their lifetime. The number of individuals who actually have epilepsy, however, is slightly different. Of the general population, approximately 1% suffers from epilepsy. Roughly 180,000 new cases of epilepsy are diagnosed each year. Of affected individuals, 30% are younger than 18.
Status Epilepticus
Between 50,000 and 150,000 Americans have an episode of status epilepticus every year; of these individuals, 22% die as a result of the event. Status epilepticus is most common among the very young and the elderly. In all age groups, status epilepticus is more common among non-Caucasians than Caucasians.
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Note: The above information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist, or other healthcare professional. It is not intended to diagnose a health condition, but it can be used as a guide to help you decide if you should seek professional treatment or to help you learn more about your condition once it has been diagnosed.
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Who has it?
