In particular, overall epilepsy (a seizure that occurs on both sides of the brain) is more likely to be associated with genetic factors. Mutations in certain genes have been identified as causes of brain anomalies that can lead to epilepsy. Some genes are associated with specific ion channels,...
How to evaluate the patient after a first seizure. Holmes GL: Postgrad Med (1988 Feb 1) 83(2):199-209Holmes GL. How to evaluate the patient after a first seizure. Postgrad Med 1988;83:199-209.Holmes GL. How to evaluate the patient after a first seizure. Postdrad Med 1988; 83:...
There was a famous neuropsychology case study of a patient referred to as patient HM, who became like a real-life Ten-Second Tom after brain surgery to treat a seizure disorder. In terms of his seizures, the surgery...
Some people have thoughts about suicide while taking Lyrica. Your doctor will need to check your progress at regular visits. Your family or other caregivers should also be alert to changes in your mood or symptoms. Follow your doctor's instructions about taking seizure medication if you are preg...
One of the most serious side effects is that it can make you more likely to have seizures, so if you have a seizure disorder or risk factors for seizures, you may not be able to take bupropion. The higher-dose, immediate-release version seems to cause this side effect more than lower-...
■ Bone-robbing drugs such as corticosteroids (e.g., prednisone), antiseizure medications, chemotherapy ■ Thyroid problems and excessive thyroidmedication ■ Over-dieting ■ Antacids that contain aluminum. The aluminum can interfere with calcium absorption if you take too much. ...
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7 The seizure-like behaviors have been conceived of as resulting from a maladaptive coping approach to stressful situations that are perceived as unbearable.8 PNES patients have been found to experience stressful life events as more severe and distressing while engaging less in active coping and ...
In severe cases of status epilepticus, the doctor may resort to treating a patient with a medically induced coma. In this instance, it can help to reduce seizure duration and promote a quicker resolution of the condition, as indicated by shorter hospital stays and time spent in ICU.[15] ...
status migrainosus state, you’ve no doubt tried one or twoacute medicationsbefore deciding to get medical care. Most of us avoid going to theemergency roomat all costs; however, persistent, throbbing pain and accompanying symptoms will force even the toughest migraine patient to make a trip....