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Focal epilepsy poses higher risks during pregnancy
Women's susceptibility to suffer from an increased number of seizures during pregnancy increases the risk of distress and neurodevelopmental delays for the baby.
Women's susceptibility to suffer from an increased number of seizures during pregnancy increases the risk of distress and neurodevelopmental delays for the baby.
Diet plays an important role in controlling and managing epilepsy. If you know someone with epilepsy, share these diet tips with them.
CSIR has selected a certain variety of cannabis plants like THC and CBC which are a class of compounds known as cannabinoids, found in abundance in the cannabis plant for the research.
The conference discussed all these issues on epilepsy: how it occurs, what are the effects, treatment options, implications of surgery, and technological advances in treatment.
Epilepsy, a chronic brain condition in which there is a recurrence of seizures, is commonly known as an epileptic seizure disorder. Along with conventional treatments, one must try these natural methods to deal with it better.
The study, led by Ana Sebastiao in collaboration with Neil Dawson and his team at the University of Lancaster, showed how long-term use of either cannabis or cannabis-based drugs impairs memory.
Out of 239 million children below the age of 10 in India, 23.7 million are affected by neurodevelopmental disorders. According to doctors, it is an alarming sign that India needs to tackle effectively.
Scientists have found that editing a gene in the brain can help decrease the repetitive behaviours -- a symptom of autism spectrum disorders.
Billy Garnon, Celebrity personal fitness trainer gives you a sneak peek on the downside of the keto diet
A big question from any parent of a child with EE is what are the odds that our other children might have this condition?
People using antiepileptic drugs are at a greater risk of Alzheimer's disease and dementia, finds a study.
Women with epilepsy who need drugs to control their seizures are currently advised to continue taking them during pregnancy because convulsions can harm both mother and the unborn child.
Clinicians can identify when patients are at highest risk for seizures, helping them plan around these events.
Epilepsy is a form of spiritual possession. NO. It is just a myth.
Beware! Young people, especially kids and teenagers, taking anti-epileptic drugs may experience elevated rates of bone fractures.
Stress and lack of proper sleep are the major reasons for seizures in people with epilepsy.
Majority of women with epilepsy are required to continue anti-epileptic drug treatment during pregnancy.
Billy Garnon, Celebrity personal fitness trainer gives you a sneak peek on the downside of the keto diet
A big question from any parent of a child with EE is what are the odds that our other children might have this condition?
People using antiepileptic drugs are at a greater risk of Alzheimer's disease and dementia, finds a study.
Women with epilepsy who need drugs to control their seizures are currently advised to continue taking them during pregnancy because convulsions can harm both mother and the unborn child.
Clinicians can identify when patients are at highest risk for seizures, helping them plan around these events.
Epilepsy is a form of spiritual possession. NO. It is just a myth.
Beware! Young people, especially kids and teenagers, taking anti-epileptic drugs may experience elevated rates of bone fractures.
Stress and lack of proper sleep are the major reasons for seizures in people with epilepsy.
Majority of women with epilepsy are required to continue anti-epileptic drug treatment during pregnancy.
Absence Epilepsy is a disorder in which epilepsy syndrome with absence seizures begins in young children.
Paediatric neurologist, Dr Neetu Desai from Hinduja hospital says that parents with an epileptic child should keep these tips in mind.
People with epilepsy are at a significantly higher risk of experiencing discrimination.
Having a close relative with epilepsy may increase a person's risk of being diagnosed with autism, says a study.
Scientists discover new class of target molecules that are believed to be more effective than conventional painkillers
Regarded as the fourth most common neurological disorder, epilepsy is a severe condition affecting 50 million of all ages worldwide. The disorder is characterized by unpredictable seizures and can cause other health problems.
While doctors have long characterised epilepsy as a brain disorder, researchers have now found that certain changes in heart activity may precede the onset of the disorder in children.
The University College London study found that the drug phenytoin slowed the progress of optic neuritis, a symptom leading to blurred vision.
