Why People With Epilepsy Need Heart and Bone Checkups
People with epilepsy face higher risks of heart problems and weak bones, according to a new review of medical research. Scientists are discovering that …
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Seizure Medications May Weaken Bones in Children
Researchers followed 65 children with epilepsy for one year to see how seizure medications affected their bone health. They found that children taking these …
Read MoreWhen Seizure Medicines Make Things Worse: A Hidden Cause Doctors Missed
A 27-year-old man kept having seizures even though he was taking multiple seizure medications. Doctors discovered his body wasn't controlling calcium levels …
Read MoreWhy Women With Epilepsy Need More Folic Acid
Women with epilepsy often don't get enough folate, a B vitamin that's crucial for healthy pregnancies. Researchers reviewed over 100 studies to understand why …
Read MoreEpilepsy Drugs May Speed Up Artery Hardening
Researchers combined results from 31 studies to understand how epilepsy and seizure medications affect heart health. They found that people with epilepsy show …
Read MoreSeizure Medications May Weaken Bones Over Time
Researchers studied 476 people with epilepsy to understand how seizure medications affect bone health. They found that after taking these medications for more …
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