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What are the major triggers of an epileptic fit?

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Sleep loss , alcohol: Common triggers include sleep deprivation, alcohol, low blood sugar, missed doses of seizure medication or side effects of prescribed medications such as wellbutrin (bupropion) or tramadol. Drugs of abuse such as Cocaine or stimulants can also trigger seizures.

Dr Sparacino agreed

Answered 9/28/2016

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