Epilepsy: Mapping the Link to Deep-Rooted Brain Circuits
Neuroscientists have known for over a century that some (but not all) brain lesions cause epilepsy. Until recently, brain mapping had not revealed how the specific location of a brain lesion…
Prototype Sensors Sniff Out Seizures Before They Occur: The device spots the same compounds seizure-alert dogs seem to sense
Wearable sensors may one day detect impending seizures and give a warning roughly 20 minutes before an attack happens. Researchers at Know Biological in Milton, Georgia, and Sandia National Laboratories have…
Natural Treatment Options for Epilepsy
Epilepsy is a brain disorder that causes seizures. Typically, doctors treat epilepsy with anti-seizure medicines. However, some people don’t respond to medications or don’t want to deal with the side…
Lil Wayne says he can’t remember his own songs anymore due to memory loss
Despite having a number of projects in the works and awaiting the vinyl release of his iconic “Tha Carter III” album, Lil Wayne says he can’t remember his songs anymore.…
Is It Safe to Consume Caffeine With Epilepsy?
While caffeine consumption is a daily habit for many people, it can become a little more complicated for those with a central nervous system disorder like epilepsy. That’s because caffeine…
People with focal epilepsy often have seizures while driving before a diagnosis
Prior to being diagnosed with epilepsy, 5% of people with a type of epilepsy called focal epilepsy had a seizure while driving, according to a new study published in the…
Alternative Medicine Use in Pediatric Epilepsy Is Common, but Potentially Risky
Alternative medicine is commonly used by the families of children with epilepsy, but patients often do not mention it to their physicians, and there is a dearth of scientific evidence…
The State of Artificial Intelligence in Epilepsy Where There Is Progress and Peril Ahead
In research settings, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in epilepsy detection and care looks promising. But clinicians and researchers say the field must address scientific and ethical concerns before…
Can Epilepsy Go Away?
Epilepsy can be a lifelong condition, or it can resolve over time, particularly for children. While epilepsy can begin at any age, it usually is diagnosed in childhood or in people…
Practical Tips and Life Hacks for Living With Epilepsy
If you’re living with epilepsy, you already know that it takes more than medication to manage the condition. It takes a partnership between you and your healthcare provider. Your preferences…