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Temporal lobe epilepsy-Psychiatric aspects
Temporal lobe epilepsy is characterized by seizures originating in the temporal lobe. It is the most common localization-related epilepsy, accounting for around 60% of such cases. Mesial temporal lobe epilepsy is the most frequent form, often caused by hippocampal sclerosis. Auras are common and can include epigastric sensations, cephalic sensations, anxiety, hallucinations and more. Automatisms like lip smacking or gesturing often occur during seizures. Around 60% of temporal lobe epilepsy patients respond well to antiepileptic drug treatment, while the remaining 40% have drug-resistant epilepsy and may require surgery.
