Reflex seizure

Reflex seizures may occur in reflex epilepsy (also known as environmental epilepsy). They may also occur in other epilepsy syndromes or independently. They are seizures which are the result of sensory stimulation caused by the environment. The best known is photosensitive epilepsy. Reflex epilepsy is also an uncommon form of epilepsy, and can be confirmed by EEG and photosensitive testing.

Classification
There are various types of reflex epilepsy, including:
 * Photosensitive epilepsy
 * Reading epilepsy
 * Hot water epilepsy
 * Music induced seizures

Generalised seizures, particularly myoclonic and tonic-clonic, are the most common type found in reflex epilepsy, though other types of seizures may occur.

Treatment
The trigger needs to be identified before prescribing anti-epileptics. The most commonly prescribed drugs for reflex epilepsy are valproate, carbamazepine and clonazepam, though lamotrigine, levetiracetam are promising.