Could the small, healed scar (calcified granuloma) seen on my CT scan be the cause of my returning seizures, and why might my current medicationsLevilex 750, Lozaplus, and Encorate 300not be working to control them? | Apollo Pharmacy

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Could the small, healed scar (calcified granuloma) seen on my CT scan be the cause of my returning seizures, and why might my current medicationsLevilex 750, Lozaplus, and Encorate 300not be working to control them?

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Could the small, healed scar (calcified granuloma) seen on my CT scan be the cause of my returning seizures, and why might my current medicationsLevilex 750, Lozaplus, and Encorate 300not be working to control them?

Asked by Male, 29 · 13 days ago

Veda Maddala

M Pharmacy

12 days ago

Yes, a calcified granuloma is a healed scar, but it can sometimes act as an 'irritable' spot in the brain, triggering abnormal electrical activity that leads to seizures. It is completely understandable to feel concerned when seizures return. Your anti-seizure medications, Levilex (levetiracetam) and Encorate (sodium valproate), are strong treatments, but they may need dosage adjustments, or your body's metabolism of them might have changed. Sometimes, scar tissue requires fine-tuning of your treatment plan. Please consult your neurologist, who can check your blood medication levels and safely adjust your therapy to help you get these seizures back under control.

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