Lexie's Story

In 2004, seven-month-old Lexie Williams suddenly had a grand mal seizure. She was referred to the IWK, where she was diagnosed with Epilepsy. Lexie's seizues - known as complex partial seizures - are always different. Sometimes a blank stare will come over her face and she becomes non-responsive, while at other times, she may become aggressive.

Lexie's Epilepsy contines to be followed by the IWK. She has been monitored in the EEG (electroencephalography) room - this is where as many as 29 wires are attached to a patient's head in order to read brain activity. The patient is then videotaped over a long period of time in order to better understand the cause of seizures.

"Being at the IWK is like being home. The staff is so accommodating and helpful."

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