Dr explains: What is epilepsy and why millions in India still go untreated

Epilepsy affects around 15 million people in India, with fewer than half receiving adequate treatment due to stigma, poor infrastructure, and lack of awareness. Seizure triggers include missing medication, poor sleep, stress, dehydration, and flickering lights; managing these can help control seizures. Public awareness, early detection, and improved access to neurologists and affordable medicines are crucial to bridging India's epilepsy treatment gap.