Seizure Triggers

Flashing lights and hyperventilation can trigger seizures in some people with epilepsy 

Factors that might increase the likelihood of a seizure in people with epilepsy include:

 Missed or late medication (#1 reason)

• Stress/anxiety
• Lack of sleep/fatigue
• Hormonal changes
• Illness
• Alcohol or drug use
• Drug interactions (from prescribed or over the counter medicines)
• Overheating/overexertion
• Poor diet/missed meals