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Dear NP,
My teenager has a history of seizures and takes medication to control them. How will this affect his ability to drive?
Dear Reader,
There are many different types of seizures, and they affect people in various ways. Some seizures cause people to lose control of their bodies entirely.
If this were to happen while driving, it could cause a loss of vehicle control and be very dangerous. Fortunately, not all seizures cause this degree of symptoms, and medical therapy can control or eliminate seizures.
Because there are so many different types of seizures and symptoms, each case is evaluat...