Department of Forensic Medicine and Toxicology, Kasturba Medical College, Mangalore-575001, India
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Epilepsy is the second most common chronic neurological condition seen by neurologists. Although seizures usually last for only a few seconds, agony is lifelong. Much more than the seizures itself, it is the socio-economic and psychological factors that negatively impact the quality of life. Though it is a common medical problem the legal implications of epilepsy is not well understood by many. This article highlights on various social and legal aspects related to epilepsy in India.
Epilepsy, Legal aspects, Social aspects
