Enjoying the Holidays with Epilepsy: Tips for a Safe and Joyful Season The holidays are a time for fun, enjoyment, and spending time with family and friends. For those people with epilepsy, the holiday season can be quite challenging. Learning how to celebrate during the holidays without causing seizures is important. In this blog, we…
Memory and Epilepsy Memory and Epilepsy: An Intricate Link Many people with epilepsy list memory problems as one of the most troubling in their condition. The reasons behind such cognitive problems are not well understood yet, but as with any disorder, several mechanisms could be responsible for memory deficits in epilepsy patients. Possible Causes of…
Osteoporosis and epilepsy Osteoporosis and epilepsy: The Dual Threat Epilepsy can be a life-changing diagnosis for many people, and it is a very complicated illness, but it is not the only health problem for individuals with this condition. Osteoporosis is a health disorder that makes the bones weak with an increased likelihood of fractures. Some…
Ketogenic Diet and Epilepsy Treating Neuro Disorders through the Use of a Special Diet The ketogenic diet is a low-carb and high-fat diet, and has been used as a treatment for epilepsy, dominantly in uncontrolled pediatric patients. It reduces the number of seizures by changing the body’s energy source from carbohydrates to fat. This article…
Epilepsy and Work-Life While some occupations may be heavily affected, most people with epilepsy continue to hold jobs. This can be dependent upon seizure type and frequency, job tasks, and work conditions.Most people suffering from seizure disorder are able to function normally providing that the seizures are kept under control. Studies revealed that about 70%…
Epilepsy Management: Seizure Detection Devices For epilepsy patients, nighttime can pose some challenges and risks, especially when it comes to managing nocturnal seizures. Epilepsy alerts at night can be vital in providing safety, peace of mind, and timely intervention. This blog explores the importance of epilepsy alerts during sleep, the types of devices available, and…
Living a Healthy Lifestyle with Epilepsy Living with epilepsy requires careful management and a commitment to a healthy lifestyle. With the right management, individuals with epilepsy will be able to lead fulfilling lives. This blog explores various aspects of living well with epilepsy, including managing seizures, dietary considerations, and general health tips. How to Live…
Sex and Epilepsy Sexual health is a part of a person’s general well-being. However, for a person with epilepsy, it is associated with potential complications. Navigating these complications requires proper knowledge, strong communication, and proactive management. This blog explores the interplay between epilepsy and sexual health, providing insights into how people living with epilepsy can…
Seizure Control: Strategies for Effective Management of Epilepsy Epilepsy is a complex neurological disorder that afflicts the brain, resulting in recurrent seizures. Proper seizure control ensures quality of life and minimizes complications. This blog outlines a variety of strategies that people with epilepsy use to control their seizures, mainly focusing on managing medications, adjusting lifestyle…
Psychogenic Non-Epileptic Seizures Dissociative, “pseudoseizures”, or psychogenic non-epileptic seizures (PNES) are sudden, involuntary episodes that may resemble epileptic seizures, but don’t have abnormal electrical activity in the brain. Psychogenic seizures originate from psychological factors; they often arise from stress and, in some cases, trauma. They are part of a family of disorders called functional neurological…
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