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I have petit mal epilepsy all over my brain i have asked my neurologist if i could have surgery but he said no but i would like a second opinion pleas?
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Limited use: Surgery is sometimes helpful in generalized epilepsy when a specific site or focal area triggers the events.Surgery itself can create a scar that could trigger generalized epilepsy. It sounds like you got good advise, but not much explanation about why it wouldn't be good for your case.
Answered 7/28/2016
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Suggest: Please summarize your history and schedule a Concierge visit online so we can provide more direct advice.
Answered 6/11/2017
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