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Ontario Canada
June 20
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Amy medication has risks. If you look up basic Tylenol and read possible side effects most people would never use it. Your doctor reviews your body make up(chemistry) and compares to drug side effects and then makes a decision as to whether the side effects out weigh the benefits. You can even do that yourself. Read the package insert that is on the drug manufacturer website. You can even go to the FDA & get the package insert. Read the first page of mandated side effects and then “post market effect”. PME is when the drug is FDA approved and goes out into the public for use. Any side effects are to be reported. To me those ones are most important.

Healthy living is #1 reduction of stroke. Registered dietitians, Certified Nutritionist can help start you on a good path.

Wish you the best 😃

September 15
MyEpilepsyTeam

This is a really important question. The relationship between epilepsy and strokes actually goes both ways — strokes are one of the leading causes of epilepsy in adults, especially in people over 60. But can epilepsy cause strokes? There is some evidence suggesting a link.

Research has found that adults with a history of Show Full Answer

This is a really important question. The relationship between epilepsy and strokes actually goes both ways — strokes are one of the leading causes of epilepsy in adults, especially in people over 60. But can epilepsy cause strokes? There is some evidence suggesting a link.

Research has found that adults with a history of epilepsy are at a significantly higher risk of having a stroke compared to those without epilepsy. Some key stats worth knowing:

- About 23% of adults aged 65 and older with epilepsy reported having a stroke
- Only around 5% of older adults without epilepsy reported the same

This doesn't necessarily mean epilepsy directly *causes* strokes, but the connection is significant enough to take seriously. It's really important to speak with a neurologist or epilepsy specialist about your personal risk. They can help assess your individual situation and make sure your seizures are as well-controlled as possible, which may help reduce associated risks.

June 20

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