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Being referred to a neurologist for the first time after an epilepsy diagnosis can feel daunting. There’s often a lot of information to take in, and it can be easy to forget the questions you wanted to ask. Preparing in advance can help you feel more confident and ensure you leave the appointment with a…

Category: Advice, Treatments

Gene therapy inspires both hope and caution. For families living with severe or treatment resistant epilepsy, the idea of addressing seizures at their genetic root is compelling. This article explains what gene therapy means in epilepsy, who might benefit, where the research has reached and why everyday training still matters. What gene therapy means Gene…

Category: News, Technology, Treatments

The UK is currently grappling with a concerning shortage of crucial medications, and individuals with epilepsy are among those severely affected. This situation has sparked widespread alarm and prompted urgent calls for government intervention. The Scale of the Problem Recent reports indicate that many individuals with epilepsy are struggling to access their prescribed medications. This…

Category: Treatments

Living with epilepsy often involves not only managing physical symptoms but also addressing the psychological impact that the epilepsy can have on an individual's well-being. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a valuable therapeutic approach that can empower individuals with epilepsy by helping them navigate and cope with the emotional challenges associated with epilepsy. In this…

Category: Living with Epilepsy, Treatments

In the realm of epilepsy, the management of new-onset refractory status epilepticus (NORSE) poses unique challenges. However, a promising avenue of research has emerged, focusing on the potential of Vagus Nerve Stimulation (VNS) as a novel treatment option. This blog post delves into recent research that investigates the application of VNS in NORSE, shedding light…

Category: News, Treatments

Many people with epilepsy will understandably look for various treatment options in a quest to control their seizures or lessen their frequency and severity. Acupuncture is one such treatment that many people with epilepsy will consider or try and in this article we’ll discuss it as a treatment option, as well as a quick look…

Category: Treatments