Introduction. Epilepsy can begin at any age, but you are more likely to develop epilepsy when you are young or in later life. Around one in every four people who are newly diagnosed with epilepsy is over the age of 65.Many of the issues that affect people with epilepsy can be the same for anyone, no matter what their age.ntroduction. Epilepsy can begin at any age, but you are more likely to develop epilepsy when you are young or in later life. Around one in every four people who are newly diagnosed with epilepsy is over the age of 65.
He suggests the use of saline sprays any time there's a nose problem, and if an infection is suspected, to see your doctor. Ear problems also can arise, Blumberg said, ``when stuff blown from the back of the nose goes through the eustachian tubes backward into your ears.''.
Care Advice for Ear Congestion. 1  What You Should Know About Ear Congestion: Most often, this is from a blocked ear tube (eustachian tube). This tube normally drains the space behind the eardrum. 2  Swallow and Chew More: Swallow water or other fluid while the nose is pinched closed. Reason: Makes a vacuum in the nose that helps the ear tube open up.