Epilepsy can affect people of all ages and vary widely in severity and impact. For some, seizures remain difficult to control despite medication.
In specific circumstances, a regulated medical cannabis assessment may be considered under specialist supervision.
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Epilepsy is a neurological condition characterised by recurrent seizures. These may range from brief lapses in awareness to severe convulsions.
Treatment usually involves anti-epileptic medication, which is effective for many people. However, a proportion of patients experience drug-resistant epilepsy.
Managing epilepsy often involves balancing seizure control with medication side effects and quality of life.
Medical cannabis may be considered for certain forms of epilepsy, particularly where seizures remain uncontrolled despite standard treatments.
In the UK, this is typically limited to specialist-led care and specific clinical indications, especially for children.