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How rare is it for epilepsy to just pop out of the blue. no family history, never a seizure, normal eegs, no major head trauma, just come out of the blue at age 21?
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Yes, it happens and negative or normal EEG does not rule out epilepsy. Please follow with a neurologist.
Answered 1/30/2022
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Not unusual to acquire epilepsy in your 20's, but do you truly possess epilepsy? Your post describes "normal EEG's", and "never a seizure"; so, this seems to negate any seizure disorder, and there is no described risk factor. If you suffered a seizure, 6 yrs ago, you might discuss with your neurologist, how you handle the future.
Answered 1/30/2022
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