Question

A 35-year-old office worker has a first unprovoked generalised tonic–clonic seizure. CT head and blood tests in the emergency department are normal. He is being discharged while awaiting neurology review. What is the most appropriate driving advice for his car licence?

Accepted Answer

He must stop driving immediately and inform the DVLA; he is usually disqualified for at least 12 months

Answer

He can continue driving but must avoid driving at night

Answer

He can drive if he has no further seizures in the next 3 months

Answer

He does not need to stop driving unless epilepsy is confirmed

Answer

He only needs to inform his insurance company and can continue driving

Practice question

A 35-year-old office worker has a first unprovoked generalised tonic–clonic seizure. CT head and blood tests in the emergency department are normal. He is being discharged while awaiting neurology review. What is the most appropriate driving advice for his car licence?