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Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy (JME) | Epilepsy Foundation
One of the most interesting aspects of juvenile myoclonic epilepsy is that there are two very common factors that cause seizures: lack of sleep and stress. Lack of sleep and fatigue, primarily after drinking too much alcohol, are the most powerful causes of myoclonic jerks and generalized tonic-clonic seizures in JME.; Mental and emotional …
Side Effects of Seizure Medicine | Epilepsy Foundation
Some common side effects that may occur in the first few weeks of taking seizure medicines include feeling tired, stomach upset or discomfort, dizziness, or blurred vision. Some of these may not occur or are tolerated okay if the medication is started at a low dose and increased slowly. They often will go away over several weeks or months.
Seizure Triggers | Epilepsy Foundation
Commonly reported triggers include: Specific time of day or night. Lack of sleep - overtired, not sleeping well, not getting enough sleep, disrupted sleep. Illness- both with and without fever. Flashing bright lights or patterns. Alcohol - including heavy alcohol use or alcohol withdrawal.
Epilepsy with Eyelid Myoclonia | Epilepsy Foundation
Epilepsy with Eyelid Myoclonia is a rare form of generalized epilepsy that can have several possible seizure types. It is also known as Jeavons syndrome. Eyelid myoclonia with or without absence seizures: Eyelid myoclonia is the most common seizure type. These consist of brief and repeated myoclonic jerks of the eyelids, eyeballs roll upwards ...
Ketogenic Diet for Seizures | Epilepsy Foundation
Jan 23, 2019 · The "classic" ketogenic diet is a special high-fat, low-carbohydrate diet that helps to control seizures in some people with epilepsy. It is prescribed by a physician and carefully monitored by a dietitian. It is usually used in children with seizures that do not respond to medications. It is stricter than the modified Atkins diet, requiring ...
Seizure Action Plans - Epilepsy Foundation
If you are a parent of a child with epilepsy, you can use the "Seizure Action Plan" specific to schools. To create an electronic plan, download a seizure diary app to track and manage your seizures. You can also find printable seizure calendars and diaries. Review your completed plan with your doctor or nurse. Make sure you have the information ...
Seizure First Aid Resources | Epilepsy Foundation
Find videos, posters, and more you can share to help others learn about seizure first aid. Video: Michael's Team Learns Seizure First Aid Like Michael's teammates, your friends, co-workers, neighbors, sports and club team members, and other people in your life can learn the key seizure first aid steps: Stay. Safe. Side.
Seizure Dogs - Epilepsy Foundation
Some dogs are trained to activate some kind of pre-programmed device, such as a pedal that rings an alarm. Seizure dogs do not take the place of medical advice for night time supervision or other physician directed monitoring. There is no evidence that seizure dogs reduce the risk of SUDEP (sudden unexpected death in epilepsy).
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