A CHARITY has today launched Scotland’s first-ever national survey seeking to understand the effect epilepsy can have on the mental health of someone who has the neurological condition. People living with epilepsy, particularly those with uncontrolled and frequent seizures, are more likely to experience mental health issues such as anxiety or depression, as well as […]
January 31, 2023 | Epilepsy, Human Interest Epilepsy, Neurology, News, Research, Seizure Types, Seizures, SUDEP
Epilepsy impacts 1.3 million women of childbearing age across the United States. Couples with epilepsy often have concerns about passing the condition to their children, fertility, and pregnancy safety. Though epilepsy can present challenges, positive pregnancy outcomes are possible. This is especially true with planning and guidance from your healthcare team. This article reviews how […]
January 31, 2023 | Epilepsy, Epilepsy in children, Epilepsy in women, Family and Friends, Human Interest Epilepsy, Medicine, Neurology, Parents, Pregnancy, Seizures, Women and Epilepsy
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 […]
January 31, 2023 | Causes, Epilepsy, Epilepsy in women, Human Interest Epilepsy, Seizures
Epilepsy is a chronic seizure condition that can affect a person’s pregnancy and postpartum recovery. It does not appear to affect fertility or the ability to become pregnant. Epilepsy is one of the most common medical conditions among people of reproductive age. It’s estimated that more than 1.1 million women with epilepsy in the United States are of childbearing age. […]
January 27, 2023 | Epilepsy in women, Family and Friends, Human Interest Epilepsy, Medicine, Pregnancy, Prevention, Seizures, Women and Epilepsy
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 […]
January 27, 2023 | Epilepsy, Human Interest Epilepsy, Seizures
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 […]
January 26, 2023 | Epilepsy, Human Interest Epilepsy, Ketogenic Diet, Medicine, Neurology, Prevention, Seizure Types, Seizures, status epilepticus, SUDEP, Treatment