Peptide reduced epileptic seizures in human brain tissue
The neuropeptide NPY reduces seizures in human brain tissue. ... Read More...
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New cell therapy improves memory and stops seizures following TBI
Transplanting embryonic progenitor interneurons into the hippocampus of mouse models of TBI, researchers noticed the neurons migrated to the injury site and made new connections. Following treatment, memory improved and seizures were reduced.... Read More...
Study provides possible explanation of how a seizure is able to spread through the brain
A new study implicated interneurons and pyramidal cells in the ability of a seizure to spread through the brain.... Read More...
Epilepsy: Seizures not forecastable as expected
A new study challenges the belief that epileptic seizures can be predicted by brain wave patterns. Researchers report they have found no evidence that specific brain wave patterns can be a predictive indicator of seizure onset.... Read More...
CBD may alleviate seizures and benefit behaviors in people with neurodevelopmental conditions
CBD, which is a major phytocannabinoid constituent of cannabis, has already shown to have anti-epileptic, anti-anxiety, and anti-psychotic effects. The image is in the public domain.... Read More...
Serotonin may be a biomarker for breathing interruptions following seizures
Researchers say serotonin, a chemical commonly associated with mood regulation, may play in breathing problems associated with epileptic seizures. Those who had higher levels of serotonin following a seizure than before the event were less likely to experience interrupted breathing. ... Read More...
CBD and genetic testing provide hope for ‘intractable’ epilepsy in children
Genetic testing can help identify children at risk of epilepsy, in addition to identifying new genetic mutations associated with the condition. Using CBD based medications can also help reduce seizures in children with epilepsy.... Read More...
Anticonvulsant mechanism of cilantro uncovered
Study reveals a molecular action that enables cilantro to effectively delay seizures. One component of cilantro, dodecenal, binds to a specific part of the potassium channel to open them, reducing cellular excitability.... Read More...
Reducing seizures by removing newborn neurons
Removing new neurons generates as a result of neurogenesis following brain injury reduced seizure activity in mouse models of mesial temporal lobe epilepsy.... Read More...
Alzheimer’s mouse model seizures disrupt adult neurogenesis
Seizures associated with Alzheimer's disease in both animal models and humans alter hippocampal neurogenesis. Treating mice with antiseizure medications normalized neurogenesis and improved spatial discrimination.... Read More...
Strobe lighting at dance music festivals linked to tripling in epileptic fit risk
An observational study reports the use of strobe lighting at concerts and music festivals triples the risk of seizures in those with photosensitive epilepsy. Additionally, the use of ecstasy during nighttime concerts heightened epileptic seizure risk.... Read More...
New research could help predict seizures before they happen
Specific transfer RNAs (tRNAs) are associated with epilepsy. The levels of tRNA fragments in blood samples are higher pre-seizure. The findings provide a novel biomarker for the detection of seizures prior to their occurrence.... Read More...