Olivia Salvati, a 25-year-old paralegal and law student shares her story of being diagnosed at 11 When I was 11 years old, I was trying on a new pair of shoes at the shopping centre with my mum. The next moment, we were outside the bookshop – I didn’t know how we’d got there. It […]
Summary: Phobic and agoraphobic symptoms are common in those with epilepsy and result in a poorer quality of life. Source: Wake Forest University About 5.1 million people in the U.S. have a history of epilepsy, which causes repeated seizures. According to the Epilepsy Foundation, epilepsy is the fourth most common neurological disorder. While current research has shown […]
Epileptic seizures in cats usually happen due to a brain dysfunction. The cause can be a number of things, including trauma, toxic chemicals, and infection. If you see the signs of the condition in your cat, then get to a veterinarian for a proper diagnosis and treatment. Here’s what you should know about the symptoms, causes, and treatments […]
Using low frequencies to determine causal flow could help locate an epilepsy seizure long before it occurs. “The method can potentially open up a whole new possibility of localizing seizures with a… non-invasive approach,” says Mukesh Dhamala. “That’s the idea.” A measure of brain activity known as causal flow can help locate the source of […]
There is no cure for epilepsy. However, many people can become seizure-free with the right type of treatment, which may include medication, management techniques, and a healthcare team on their side. This article discusses the outlook for people with epilepsy and how medical providers can reduce seizure activity in those with the condition. Outlook for Epilepsy The outlook […]
Summary: The activation of dentate granule cells in the hippocampus plays a key role in alterations that occur during the development of post-traumatic epilepsy. Source: Colorado State University Traumatic brain injury is a leading cause of epilepsy, a chronic neurological disorder characterized by recurrent seizures that affect around 50 million people. A research team led by Bret […]
