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 often worry if they will pass their epilepsy to future generations, they should be reassured that this risk is typically quite low. It is important to distinguish that…
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 of all patients with epilepsy will continue to experience disabling seizures despite the proper use of anti-epileptic medications. The majority of these medically resistant patients are likely going…
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 in the event you witness a seizure: Lower the person to the floor and then turn them onto their side to help avoid aspiration. Clear the area of…
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 treatment of epilepsy, a neurological disorder that causes repeated seizures. Most epileptologists receive an additional 1-2 years of subspecialty training in treatment of epilepsy and interpretation of electroencephalograms…
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, driving can pose a great danger to the patient and the public. Even if seizures are not convulsive, a momentary lapse in awareness can affect judgment and response…
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