Tag: epilepsy

Can I take birth control if I have epilepsy? Yes, women with epilepsy can safely use birth control to prevent pregnancy; however, some antiseizure medications and methods of hormonal birth […]

Emotional wellness is important for everyone. It involves being aware of emotional and behavioral changes while still finding ways to enjoy life despite these changes. Mood disorders, like depression and […]

Learning how to cope with a new epilepsy diagnosis is just as important as treating it. It may affect your daily life to some degree and being aware of its […]

Congratulations on welcoming a new bundle of joy into your life! Bringing home a new baby is a special and exciting time. However, it can sometimes be chaotic and/or stressful. […]

Growing up, your parent(s) or legal guardian likely helped you with your health care – they added you on their insurance, called for appointments, filled out forms, and kept track […]

Being a teen can sometimes be a lot to manage between school, work, homework, sports, other activities, and having a social life, it’s a lot to balance. It is easy […]

Seizures are unpredictable and differ from person to person. Clear descriptions and/or recordings of seizures are extremely useful for you and your provider during epilepsy diagnosis, treatment, and management. Monitoring […]

The menstrual cycle can lead to changes in seizure frequency in some people with epilepsy. What causes increased seizures in people born with female reproductive organs? During the menstrual cycle, […]

If you have experienced two or more unprovoked seizures or your EEG (electroencephalogram) shows an increased risk for seizures, then you may be started on antiseizure medications. There are many […]

Sometimes talking about epilepsy can be difficult – it’s normal to feel nervous. You may be concerned that others will treat you differently or there may be fear and misunderstanding […]