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October 15, 2024
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A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

I love live music and concerts; the excitement and being included in the moment, the crowd's involvement, even the loudness. It's sort of amazing that those things aren't triggers for my seizures, and I don't do the alcohol and drugs also associated with concerts. But then again, most of the ones I go to these days and at my age are probably more on the mellower side lol

October 15, 2024
MyEpilepsyTeam

Yes, songs can trigger seizures in some people with epilepsy. According to the search results, flashing or flickering lights at certain frequencies, like those from concert strobe lights, can trigger seizures. The color red, commonly used in lighting at concerts, has also been linked to seizures. However, songs themselves Show Full Answer

Yes, songs can trigger seizures in some people with epilepsy. According to the search results, flashing or flickering lights at certain frequencies, like those from concert strobe lights, can trigger seizures. The color red, commonly used in lighting at concerts, has also been linked to seizures. However, songs themselves do not directly trigger seizures. It is mainly the visual effects and lights that may provoke them during musical performances. Identifying your specific triggers can help avoid seizures in situations like concerts.

October 15, 2024
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

I agree with you and your post and the epilepsy team post and others here, I think it's dif per person, but hang in there and try and stay pos,

October 15, 2024

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