Why are divers so against epileptics?

I started out as a scuba diver, got my commercial diver's license and now work in the Gulf of Mexico. In my opinion both groups have kind of an elitist attitude but the scuba divers are almost safe to the point of paralysis. Now, in the gulf we have layer upon layer of safety but it's still all about getting in the water and getting the job done. And I know not all my co workers will p the physical but in medic school the first thing they tell you is to give the diver the benefit of the doubt. Solo diving is catching on in popularity whether anyone wants to talk about it or not. I have much more fun by myself without having to keep track of anybody and I know I'm not alone. Scuba Bob makes some good points but any one of us could die at any time just driving to the water. Or in the water for any number of reasons. I say pursue your dreams and goals. Maybe just be more selective about who you dive with and who you talk to.