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Does epilepsy develop from a gene?
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It can: There are many forms of genetic epilepsy, but most people acquire seizures from brain injuries
Answered 9/22/2014
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Many causes: Seizure disorders can have a genetic component for either seizures or for other illnesses than predispose to seizures. They can also occur after head trauma, infection, in the context of treatable illnesses and sometimes for reasons that cannot be identified.
Answered 9/22/2014
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