Cannabis-based medicine may reduce seizures for children with difficult-to-treat epilepsy
Results from a phase 3 study reveal Cannabidiol (CBD) cuts seizures by almost 50% in children with Dravet syndrome.... Read More...
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Trigger region found for absence epileptic seizures
Absence epilepsy may be triggered by an impairment in communication between the striatum and somatosensory cortex.... Read More...
Stimulating the epileptic brain breaks up neural networks to prevent seizures
Responsive neurostimulation can remodel neural networks, leaving the brain less susceptible to epileptic seizures.... Read More...
EEG Helps Predict Epileptic Seizures Minutes in Advance
Researchers report EEG technology can help to predict the onset of epileptic seizures up to four minutes in advance. Additionally, acetate, an edible acid, may help to prevent seizures if they are detected with enough notice.... Read More...
Researchers Describe First Model of Mitochondrial Epilepsy
Researchers have developed a new model of mitochondrial epilepsy which captures specific features observed in patients. The new model may help provide better therapies and treatments for the condition.... Read More...
The Discovery of the Endocannabinoid System: Centuries in the Making
Researchers shed light on the endocannabinoid system and report how cannabis is helping to provide relief to many with medical problems.... Read More...
Targeting ‘Hidden Pocket’ For Treatment of Stroke and Seizure
Study reveals a motif on the 93-series compound fits into a tiny pocket within the NMDA receptor. The findings could lead to new treatment options for stroke and seizures, researchers report. ... Read More...
Researchers Map Previously Unknown Childhood Disease Which Causes Epileptic Seizures and Reduced Intelligence
Researchers have mapped out a newly discovered genetic disease in children that causes epileptic seizures, loss of magnesium in the urine and reduced intelligence.... Read More...
Epileptics Living in High Crime Areas Have Three Times As Many Seizures
According to a new study, those with epilepsy who live in high crime neighborhoods have three times as many seizures as those living in lower crime areas.... Read More...
Crowdsourcing Algorithms to Predict Epileptic Seizures
Researchers report improvement of up to 90% in seizure prediction, thanks to crowdsourcing over 10,000 algorithms world wide.... Read More...
CBD Oil Study Shows Significant Improvements in Patients with Treatment Resistant Epilepsy
A new study reveals CBD oil significantly improves seizure frequency and other symptoms in people with treatment resistant epilepsy. ... Read More...
Brain Proteins and Patterns Reveal Clues to Understanding Epilepsy
Researchers shed light on key proteins that play roles in controlling epilepsy and anxiety. ... Read More...