So few people realize what a big problem epilepsy is. A lot of people think that epilepsy only strikes people who spend every night staring at flashing lights. But the truth of the matter is that epilepsy can hit anybody at all. Even if you just occasionally encounter flashing messages on computer screens, one time is all it takes. If you ever are in an uncomfortable situation with blinking messages on computer screens or televisions, please get out. Or if you ever see normal text flashing, this is an early sign of epilepsy. Please tell a doctor. Your life may be in danger.