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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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