Scientists are unraveling the role of senescent cells in a common form of epilepsy, and it could point to new treatments.

Medically reviewed by Diana Apetauerova, MD Key Takeaways Epilepsy is often linked to genetic factors, brain injuries, ...

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 ...

This informational guide, part of POPSUGAR's Condition Center, lays out the realities of this health concern: what it is, what it can look like, and strategies that medical experts say are proven to ...

Epilepsy is not a one size fits all condition and there are a few tell tale signs that parents could miss, said Dr Jonathan ...

Neuronal degeneration is the most severe long-term consequence of repetitive seizures in patients with epilepsy, which until now was thought to be primarily caused by excitotoxicity, or ...

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – While most parents are well aware of the risks of SIDS, when an infant dies suddenly in their sleep without any apparent reason, some 400 children who are older, toddler-age, die ...

Medically reviewed by Nicholas R. Metrus, MD Key Takeaways Stress can cause seizures in people with or without ...

In a recent study, genetic mutations of the KCNQ2 potassium ion channel were identified in 8/80 (10%) of children with early infantile seizures and associated psychomotor retardation. [1] Seizures ...

Constipation doesn’t typically cause seizures directly, but many people with epilepsy have constipation. Rarely, constipation may trigger seizures in people with epilepsy. Constipation is a common ...

SEATTLE — For those who have seizures, getting the right diagnosis and treatment is vital. Overlake and EvergreenHealth have joined together to form the Eastside Neuroscience Institute to deliver ...