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What this means:** Scientists have found that a broken gene causes severe epilepsy in some children, and many more people than expected might carry this faulty gene without knowing it.
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What you should do:** If you have a child with severe epilepsy or if epilepsy runs in your family, talk to your doctor about genetic testing to see if this faulty gene is involved—this discovery could help explain what's causing the seizures.
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The big picture:** Finding this gene is an important step toward better treatments and possibly preventing severe epilepsy in the future, giving families more hope and options for managing this condition.
Always speak to your doctor before making any changes to your health or treatment.
Source: BBC Health · Read full article ↗
Researchers says millions of people globally could be carriers of the faulty gene behind the disorder.
📋 Remember: This is general health information. Always speak to your GP or specialist about your own health situation.
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