Keeping a Personal Medical RecordCategory: Epilepsy
Published Date: 13 Nov 2007
Medical information is usually scattered in many different places. To receive the best possible health care, people are encouraged to gather information in one place and create a personal medical record.
Epilepsy and SleepCategory: Epilepsy
Published Date: 23 Dec 2005
Not all epileptic seizures are noticeable. For some, they can occur while a person is asleep, making epilepsy hard to recognize and also more severe. Learn how to break out of this vicious cycle.
Epilepsy Medication FailureCategory: Epilepsy
Published Date: 23 Dec 2005
Anti-seizure drugs are effective for many with epilepsy, but about one-third of patients may need additional help. Learn what options are available when seizures aren't controlled by medications.
Evaluating Anti-Seizure DrugsCategory: Epilepsy
Published Date: 20 Jul 2005
Epilepsy drugs are important for controlling seizures. Although highly effective, they can produce various side effects. Learn which treatments are most appropriate for you.
Handling Epilepsy SeizuresCategory: Epilepsy
Published Date: 23 Apr 2004
Witnessing a seizure can be scary, especially when the seizure occurs in someone you know. Do you know what to do when you see someone having a seizure?
Epilepsy Treatment for KidsCategory: Epilepsy
Published Date: 6 Apr 2004
In the past, treating kids with epilepsy might have meant using a combination of drugs that had unwanted side effects. Now it's possible for kids to take only one drug with fewer side effects.
Taking Control of SeizuresCategory: Epilepsy
Published Date: 16 Mar 2004
Accepting a diagnosis of epilepsy can mean a life-long commitment to medication. Listen to the story of a young woman who found the right balance for the control of her seizures.
A Child with EpilepsyCategory: Epilepsy
Published Date: 16 Mar 2004
Life with epilepsy is hard for anyone but for kids it can be particularly tough. Learn about a new treatment approach that may help minimize some unwanted side effects.
Controlling Epilepsy SeizuresCategory: Epilepsy
Published Date: 3 Mar 2004
Deciding on treatment for the seizure disorder epilepsy involves balancing several factors, including the kinds of seizures being treated and antiseizure medication side effects. Doctors agree that being on one drug at the lowest possible dose, monotherapy, is the best plan for minimizing drug interactions and reducing medication side effects.
Drug InteractionsCategory: Epilepsy
Published Date: 9 Dec 2003
Most people realize drugs have side effects. But did you know drugs can interact with other prescription drugs, over-the-counter medications, herbal supplements and sometimes even food?
Treating EpilepsyCategory: Epilepsy
Published Date: 24 Aug 2000
Join our panel of experts as they discuss various standard treatment strategies for epilepsy and the factors doctors and patients should consider as they make decisions about their treatment.
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