Question
Will epilepsy trigger patients’ mental confusion?
Answer
Epilepsy, also known as seizures, is a condition unrelated to mental illness. After an episode, it is common for patients to experience mental disorders, such as confusion, slow response, disorientation, hallucinations, delusions, and excitement. These symptoms may last for several minutes to several hours, or end within an hour. The mental disorders during the interictal period may present like schizophrenia, with most people experiencing hallucinations and delusions, and the condition developing slowly. Based on your situation, it is recommended that you go to the hospital for further examination.