Question

A 35-year-old man presents after his first unprovoked generalised tonic–clonic seizure. CT head and blood tests are normal. Neurology review confirms a first unprovoked seizure with no structural brain disease. He holds a Group 1 car driving licence and asks when he can drive again. What is the most appropriate advice?

Accepted Answer

He must stop driving and inform the DVLA; he may regain his licence after at least 6 months seizure-free if no high-risk features are found

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He can continue driving as normal because this is his first seizure

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He must stop driving for 12 months but does not need to inform the DVLA

Answer

He can continue driving provided he starts long-term antiepileptic medication

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He must stop driving permanently and surrender his licence

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