For dogs
diagnosed with idiopathic epilepsy, no treatment is usually required unless the pet has more than one seizure per month, experiences cluster seizures or has prolonged seizures.
A ketogenic diet based on medium chain triglycerides (MCT) has recently been shown to improve seizure control and reduce behavioral comorbidities in some dogs
with idiopathic epilepsy when fed as an adjunct to antiepileptic drug treatment.
With idiopathic epilepsy the cause is unknown.
Usually a dog
with idiopathic epilepsy is between 1 - 3 years of age.
Dogs
with idiopathic epilepsy are typically normal between seizures and have a normal neurological examination, as determined by your veterinarian or a veterinary neurologist.
After performing these diagnostics, your pet may be diagnosed
with idiopathic epilepsy (seizures of unknown origin
Occasionally, some dogs
with idiopathic epilepsy may only experience focal seizures or may even retain consciousness during the seizure.
After performing these diagnostics, your pet may be diagnosed
with idiopathic epilepsy (seizures of unknown origin).
Evaluation of quality of life in dogs
with idiopathic epilepsy.
Cats
with idiopathic epilepsy are typically normal in every other respect, says Dr. Dewey.