I was recently at a social function when a young well- dressed man suddenly fell from his chair in a fit and started jerking his arms and legs with foam coming out of his mouth. Although he later recovered, I want to know if this was an Epileptic attack and if I could have contacted it since I sat next to him.
Marcus (by SMS)
The presentation by the gentleman certainly fits a case of Epilepsy. Although Epilepsy is not curable, with proper management, Epileptics can live a comfortable life. In addition, contrary to popular belief, the ailment is not infectious, as such, you have no reason to worry about being infected.
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