Question

A 23-year-old man has a first generalised tonic-clonic seizure witnessed by friends. He is back to baseline, CT brain and basic blood tests are normal and there is no focal neurology. EEG is pending. What is the most appropriate advice regarding driving a private vehicle under typical Australian regulations after an unprovoked first seizure?

Accepted Answer

He must stop driving and may resume only after a seizure-free period, typically 6 months, subject to specialist review

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He may continue driving as long as he feels well

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He is permanently banned from driving

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He should stop driving for 2 weeks only

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He may drive provided he avoids motorways

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