Does Deep Brain Stimulation Work in Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome?Lennox-Gastaut syndrome (LGS) is a severe type of epilepsy. Seizures usually start before 4 years old. People with LGS have many types of seizures, including tonic seizures, in which muscles... By Editorial Team4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Can Dravet Syndrome Affect Facial Features?Dravet syndrome is a rare form of epilepsy that starts in infancy. It is also called severe myoclonic epilepsy of infancy (SMEI). Seizures can be life-threatening and hard to treat... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Seizure Triggers in Dravet SyndromeDravet syndrome is a form of childhood epilepsy that begins in infancy. Older names for Dravet syndrome include polymorphic seizures, polymorphic epilepsy in infancy, or severe myoclonic epilepsy in infancy.1... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
What Is the Connection Between LGS and Infantile Spasms?Infantile spasms (IS) and Lennox-Gastaut syndrome (LGS) are both seizure disorders that affect children. Researchers have found that 1 in every 3 children that live with IS will one day... By Editorial Team2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Hallucinations and SeizuresA seizure takes place when there is a sudden electrical surge in the brain. How this surge affects a person with epilepsy depends on the location of the seizure.1 Symptoms... By Editorial Team2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The Emotional Impact of Caring for a Child With EpilepsyChildhood epilepsy can have long-term consequences for those with the condition. But epilepsy also affects the parents and caregivers of children who have it.1 Caring for a child with epilepsy... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
Does Weather Affect Epilepsy?When a person with epilepsy has a seizure, the electrical activity in their brain is disrupted. Clusters of nerve cells, called neurons, send too many electrical signals at too fast... By Editorial Team2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
Epilepsy and Developmental DelaysEpilepsy is a brain disorder that causes seizures. The condition affects about 6 out of every 1,000 children aged 0 to 17.1 Some children with epilepsy have developmental delays. About... By Editorial Team2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Can a Cold or Flu Trigger Seizures?Seizures are caused by a sudden, brief change in the brain's electrical activity. People with epilepsy can have different seizure triggers. Some common triggers are:1 With cold and flu season... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
How Epilepsy Can Affect Your Sex LifeHaving epilepsy can affect your ability to have sex. Epilepsy can affect your sexual desire (drive) as well as your physical ability to have sex. The good news is, there... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
What Is an Epilepsy Center?Epilepsy affects about 1.2 percent of people. In 30 percent of people with epilepsy, seizures cannot be controlled with drugs. If you are one of those people, an epilepsy center... By Editorial Team2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Epilepsy and Workplace Discrimination: Top Questions AnsweredNavigating the workforce is challenging with a chronic illness. Often questions arise before and after employment about your rights. What should I disclose and when? What can an employer ask... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
Epilepsy StigmaEpilepsy has been misunderstood and often viewed in a negative light throughout history. The word "epilepsy" comes from ancient Greek and means "being seized by forces from without." This refers... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
Taking Anti-seizure Drugs When Pregnant: Is Your Baby at Risk?Women with epilepsy may need to take anti-seizure or antiepileptic drugs (AEDs) while they are pregnant. These medicines help stop uncontrolled seizures caused by epilepsy. However, a 2022 research study... By Editorial Team2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Seizure PhobiaFeeling anxious during stressful situations is normal. But, when you feel anxious and worried most or all the time, you might have an anxiety disorder. A phobia is a strong... By Editorial Team2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
Medical Cannabis and EpilepsyEpilepsy is a disease of the central nervous system. In epilepsy, abnormal brain activity triggers seizures. Epilepsy can also cause unusual behavior, feeling unaware, or unexplained sensations.1 For some people... By Editorial Team2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The Connection Between Epilepsy and Down SyndromeEpilepsy is a condition that affects the central nervous system. People with epilepsy have abnormal brain activity that causes seizures. Not everyone who has had a seizure has epilepsy. Most... By Editorial Team2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Taking Anti-Seizure Drugs: What Are the Long-Term Risks?Managing drug treatment for epilepsy can be tricky because you need to balance it with your quality of life. Anti-seizure or antiepileptic drugs (AEDs) effectively prevent seizures in about 7... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Legalization of Medical Marijuana: The Impact on Those Living With Chronic Health ConditionsSurveys show a majority of people in the United States are in favor of legalized marijuana for medical or recreational use. As of early 2022, cannabis for medical use, or... By Editorial Team2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Getting a Second OpinionA diagnosis of any disease or life-altering condition like epilepsy can be overwhelming. You may have many questions about your diagnosis. You may also be curious about your treatment options... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments