Epilepsy is a common but complex neurological disorder that impacts millions of people worldwide. It occurs when groups of neurons in the brain send abnormal signals, leading to seizures. These ...

Epilepsy is one of the most common diseases affecting the nervous system and implies a predisposition to seizures. Per best estimates from CDC and WHO, there are 3.4 million people living with ...

Seizures in children can be a terrifying experience for both the child and their parents. Understanding the underlying causes is crucial for effective management and treatment. This article will ...

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Sleeping patterns and stress hormones could be the key to understanding how and when people with epilepsy are likely to experience seizures, a new study reveals. Researchers used mathematical modeling ...

Epilepsy can arise from various factors, including genetics, head injuries, infections, brain tumors, emotional trauma, and mental stress. Globally, millions are affected by this condition. It is a ...

Existing surveillance data on epilepsy do not provide current or complete information on how this disorder affects the U.S. population. This information is critical to guide prevention and ...

Epileptic seizures are the most dramatic and prominent aspect of the "alcohol withdrawal syndrome" that occurs when a person abruptly stops a long-term or chronic drinking habit. Researchers have ...

Surviving a stroke is a monumental achievement, but for many, the journey to recovery involves navigating new and unexpected hurdles. One of the most significant long-term challenges is post-stroke ...

Researchers have identified a neuronal BRAF somatic mutation that causes intrinsic epileptogenicity in pediatric brain tumors. Pediatric brain tumors are characterized by frequent complications due to ...

One of the great but nebulous promises of wearable health trackers is that, by monitoring something 24-7 that previously was only ever monitored intermittently, it will help us discover new things ...

SAN FRANCISCO--For nearly three thousand years, people believed that epilepsy had a supernatural cause. But the most dangerous misconception about epilepsy is a modern one, according to epilepsy ...