How to Reduce the Risk of SUDEP?
How to Reduce the Risk of SUDEP? SUDEP, standing for Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy, is a phenomenon where individuals with epilepsy pass away suddenly, often during
09-12-2023
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Understanding SUDEP: Exploring the Main Causes
Understanding SUDEP: Exploring the Main Causes SUDEP, an acronym for Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy, stands for a complex and impactful event that affects individuals with epilepsy
08-29-2023
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Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy (SUDEP): Reasons and Treatment
Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy (SUDEP): Reasons and Treatment SUDEP, or Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy, refers to one of the most devasting consequences that can manifest
08-18-2023
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Genetics of Epilepsy
Genetics of Epilepsy As science and medicine continue to advance, so does the knowledge for the role genetics may play in epilepsy. While many people with epilepsy
08-09-2023
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Clinical Trials for Epilepsy: Alternative Option for Treatment
Clinical Trials for Epilepsy: Alternative Option for Treatment Although a large percentage of epilepsy patients will be controlled with medication, it is estimated that over a third
07-05-2023
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Seizure First Aid
Seizure First Aid It is estimated that 1 in 10 people will have a seizure at some point during their lifetime. Below are some tips to help
06-05-2023
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Traveling with Epilepsy
Traveling with Epilepsy Traveling and taking vacations is often a source of great excitement but can bring anxiety and concerns for people with epilepsy. In most cases
05-02-2023
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What is an Epileptologist and why should I see one?
What is an Epileptologist and why should I see one? An epileptologist is a type of neurologist that has special interest and training in the diagnosis and
03-06-2023
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I Have Epilepsy, Can I Drive?
I Have Epilepsy, Can I Drive? One of the biggest challenges patients with seizures face is the impact on driving and their independence. Because seizures are unpredictable,
02-02-2023
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Understanding Psychogenic Non-Epileptic Seizures
Understanding Psychogenic Non-Epileptic Seizures Psychogenic non-epileptic seizures (PNES) are a common and often challenging diagnosis. These events present as symptoms that mimic and often on the surface
01-03-2023
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Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy: Should I Be Concerned?
Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy: Should I Be Concerned? ALTHOUGH MOST PATIENTS WITH epilepsy live long, healthy lives, sudden unexpected death in epilepsy (SUDEP) is a serious
10-19-2022
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When to consider surgery
When to consider surgery Epilepsy is a common medical condition estimated to affect 2.6 million americans every year. In 2018, the CDC estimates that among those taking
09-15-2022
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Transition of Care from Pediatric to Adult Neurology
Transition of Care from Pediatric to Adult Neurology Seizure is one of the neurological conditions that causes fears to many patients and their families. Their fear stems
09-14-2022
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I’m Seizure Free!… Can I stop my meds now?
I’m Seizure Free!… Can I stop my meds now? One of the most common questions asked by patients with a history of epilepsy is when they can
05-16-2022
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The COVID-19 Vaccine and Epilepsy
The COVID-19 Vaccine and Epilepsy Scott Scheuermann, Nurse Practitioner, has been working with Dr. Ahmed Sadek at Orlando Epilepsy Center (OEC) for over 2-years. He is originally
05-01-2021
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Dementia: Five Positive Ways to Approach Someone Living With the Condition
Dementia: Five Positive Ways to Approach Someone Living With the Condition Dementia is a general term for loss of memory, language, problem-solving and other thinking abilities that
03-01-2021
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