A seizure can be defined as transient signs and symptoms associated with abnormal, hypersynchronous discharge of cortical neurons, and epilepsy is defined as a brain disorder “characterized by an enduring predisposition to generate epileptic seizures and by the neurobiologic, cognitive, psychological, and social consequences of this condition.” Idiopathic generalized epilepsy is a subtype of generalized epilepsy and consists of childhood absence epilepsy, juvenile absence epilepsy, juvenile myoclonic epilepsy, and generalized tonic-clonic seizures alone. It is estimated that over 50 million people are affected by epilepsy worldwide.The pathophysiology of epilepsy will depend on its etiology, with thalamocortical interaction being the most well-understood. The diagnosis of epilepsy is primarily clinical based on history and lack of neurologic findings in the interictal state, with electroencephalogram (EEG) as supportive evidence. Treatment strategies will vary on etiology and the side effect profile of medications and other treatment modalities. This activity will review the diagnosis and management of idiopathic generalized epilepsy and highlight the importance of an interprofessional team in providing the highest standard of care for patients suffering from this disease.
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