Preparing questions in advance can help patients have more meaningful discussions with healthcare professionals regarding their condition. Patients may wish to ask their doctor the following epilepsy-related questions:

1. What type of epilepsy do I have?
   
   
2. What symptoms could I experience from my epilepsy?
   
   
3. What is causing my seizures?
   
   
4. If I have epilepsy, could my children be at risk for epilepsy also?
   
   
5. How will my epilepsy be treated?
   
   
6. Am I a suitable candidate for surgery?
   
   
7. How soon will I be able to return to normal activities following treatment?
   
   
8. Will my epilepsy medication interfere with any other medication I am taking?
   
   
9. What are the possible side effects of my medication?
   
   
10. When should I contact a physician about the side effects associated with my medication?
    
    
11. How can I help my child cope with his or her epilepsy?
    
    
12. Will I ever be able to stop taking my seizure medication?