A 36-year-old lorry driver has a first generalised tonic-clonic seizure witnessed by his partner. CT head and routine bloods are normal. Neurology ass...

Question

A 36-year-old lorry driver has a first generalised tonic-clonic seizure witnessed by his partner. CT head and routine bloods are normal. Neurology assessment finds no provoking factor and EEG shows generalised spike-wave activity. What is the most appropriate advice regarding driving?

Accepted Answer

He must stop driving and notify the DVLA; he may regain a group 1 licence after 12 months seizure-free

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He can continue driving as long as he starts anti-epileptic medication

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He must stop driving and can never hold a driving licence again

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He may continue driving but should avoid motorways

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He can continue to drive his lorry but must stop driving cars

uk-plab-1 MCQ (SBA): Epilepsy and driving regulations

A 36-year-old lorry driver has a first generalised tonic-clonic seizure witnessed by his partner. CT head and routine bloods are normal. Neurology assessment finds no provoking factor and EEG shows generalised spike-wave activity. What is the most appropriate advice regarding driving?