... For example, the ketogenic diet — that is, a low-carb, high-fat diet — has been shown to reduce seizure frequency, especially in children. In addition, exercising daily, lowering stress levels, and getting enough sleep may reduce your risk of seizures and play a role in the treatment of epilepsy. ...
Catamenial Epilepsy Explained
... For example, the ketogenic diet — that is, a low-carb, high-fat diet — has been shown to reduce seizure frequency, especially in children. In addition, exercising daily, lowering stress levels, and getting enough sleep may reduce your risk of seizures and play a role in the treatment of epilepsy. ...
... I’ve been on most of the medication s but not all and I find they all make my hair come out in handfuls." Can you relate? Have another topic you'd like to discuss or explore? Go to MyEpilepsyTeam today and start the conversation. You'll be surprised just how many others may share similar stories. Feel free to ask a question here. ...
Treatment and Epilepsy
... I’ve been on most of the medication s but not all and I find they all make my hair come out in handfuls." Can you relate? Have another topic you'd like to discuss or explore? Go to MyEpilepsyTeam today and start the conversation. You'll be surprised just how many others may share similar stories. Feel free to ask a question here. ...
... • Have any of you found triggers for your Temporal lobe seizures? • My son is set to have left temporal lobectomy on September 28. I am wanting to talk to people who have had this done and your experiences. Have you or your child undergone an epilepsy-related procedure or surgery?Share in the comments below or directly on MyEpilepsyTeam. ...
Brain's 'Plasticity' Amazes as Boy Recovers From Drastic Surgery
... • Have any of you found triggers for your Temporal lobe seizures? • My son is set to have left temporal lobectomy on September 28. I am wanting to talk to people who have had this done and your experiences. Have you or your child undergone an epilepsy-related procedure or surgery?Share in the comments below or directly on MyEpilepsyTeam. ...
... References Subclinical Seizures — Cedars Sinai Detection of Electrographic Seizures With Continuous EEG Monitoring in Critically Ill Patients — Neurology Incidence of Seizures on Continuous EEG Monitoring Following Traumatic Brain Injury in Children — Journal of Neurosurgery Neonatal Posterior Cerebral Artery Stroke: Clinical Presentation, MRI Findings ...
Subclinical Seizures: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatments
... References Subclinical Seizures — Cedars Sinai Detection of Electrographic Seizures With Continuous EEG Monitoring in Critically Ill Patients — Neurology Incidence of Seizures on Continuous EEG Monitoring Following Traumatic Brain Injury in Children — Journal of Neurosurgery Neonatal Posterior Cerebral Artery Stroke: Clinical Presentation, MRI Findings ...
... If any seizures happen while the electrodes are attached, the doctor can determine what kind they are. The doctor may also videotape the EEG. Having a visual of the seizure helps to match its timing to its related brain activity. Neuroimaging tests such as MRI and CT scans can show pictures of different parts of the brain. ...
What You Need To Know About Gelastic Seizures: Symptoms and Treatment
... If any seizures happen while the electrodes are attached, the doctor can determine what kind they are. The doctor may also videotape the EEG. Having a visual of the seizure helps to match its timing to its related brain activity. Neuroimaging tests such as MRI and CT scans can show pictures of different parts of the brain. ...
... This includes: The emergency room doctor who may be the first to see you after a breakthrough seizure Your primary care doctor Your neurologist who is primarily managing your epilepsy Any other relevant clinicians Not everyone responds in the same way to the same medication, as we all have our own unique brain and body chemistry. ...
Breakthrough Seizures: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
... This includes: The emergency room doctor who may be the first to see you after a breakthrough seizure Your primary care doctor Your neurologist who is primarily managing your epilepsy Any other relevant clinicians Not everyone responds in the same way to the same medication, as we all have our own unique brain and body chemistry. ...
... Enlisting a psychologist or support group to your medical team can be of great benefit to both you and your child.Helping your child develop positive coping strategies and skills to deal with stress and difficult emotions will benefit your child not only through school but also through adulthood. ...
Seizures and Epilepsy in Children: A Parent’s Guide
... Enlisting a psychologist or support group to your medical team can be of great benefit to both you and your child.Helping your child develop positive coping strategies and skills to deal with stress and difficult emotions will benefit your child not only through school but also through adulthood. ...
... References Seizure — Penn Medicine Psychogenic Nonepileptic Seizures — Epilepsy Foundation Stress and Epilepsy — Epilepsy Foundation Symptoms That Mimic Epilepsy Linked To Stress, Poor Coping Skills — Science Daily Emotional Stimuli-Provoked Seizures Potentially Misdiagnosed as Psychogenic Non-Epileptic Attacks: A Case of Temporal Lobe Epilepsy With ...
Epilepsy vs. Psychogenic Nonepileptic Attacks
... References Seizure — Penn Medicine Psychogenic Nonepileptic Seizures — Epilepsy Foundation Stress and Epilepsy — Epilepsy Foundation Symptoms That Mimic Epilepsy Linked To Stress, Poor Coping Skills — Science Daily Emotional Stimuli-Provoked Seizures Potentially Misdiagnosed as Psychogenic Non-Epileptic Attacks: A Case of Temporal Lobe Epilepsy With ...
... in children include: Jerking movements (typically of the arms and legs) Stiffening of the body Staring Loss of consciousness Loss of bowel or bladder control Problems breathing Confusion Lack of response to sounds or words Periods of blinking rapidly and staring Caregivers of people with autism should be aware of symptoms of epilepsy due to the high ...
Epilepsy and Autism: Is There a Link?
... in children include: Jerking movements (typically of the arms and legs) Stiffening of the body Staring Loss of consciousness Loss of bowel or bladder control Problems breathing Confusion Lack of response to sounds or words Periods of blinking rapidly and staring Caregivers of people with autism should be aware of symptoms of epilepsy due to the high ...
... Ask for recommendations and referrals for adult epilepsy care, including an adult neurologist and any other adult services that may be needed. If your young adult plans to relocate for college or a job, have them help with researching new adult providers in their area and scheduling appointments. ...
The Epilepsy Transition to Adulthood: How To Help Your Child
... Ask for recommendations and referrals for adult epilepsy care, including an adult neurologist and any other adult services that may be needed. If your young adult plans to relocate for college or a job, have them help with researching new adult providers in their area and scheduling appointments. ...
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