Patient's question:
Hello doctor! I would like to ask what are epileptic waves? What diseases can epileptic waves cause?Doctor's answer:
An epileptic wave is a waveform on an electroencephalogram (EEG). An EEG has significant value in the diagnosis of epilepsy and plays a crucial role in confirming and classifying the condition. An EEG involves amplifying and recording the spontaneous bioelectrical potentials from the brain's surface, representing the brain's electrical activity. It can exhibit slow waves, spikes, and irregular spike waves. In addition to diagnosing epilepsy, it can also identify other brain disorders, such as tumors and degenerative diseases.