Search Results for: seizures

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  Evaluation and Management of Seizures and Epilepsy: Q&A With Dr. Fong-Isariyawongse

  November 8, 2022

  What are the warning signs of a seizure? How do doctors diagnose seizures? UPMC neurologist Joanna Fong-Isariyawongse, MD, answers these questions and more.Read More

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  Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Neurosurgery and Brain Health

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  Non-Epileptic Seizures: Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment

  April 2, 2019

  When you experience non-epileptic seizures, you may be confused, alarmed, or afraid. Don't be. Here's what you need to know.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Neurosurgery

  Categorized as: Neurosurgery and Brain Health

  Tagged with: depression, disorder, epilepsy, Loss of consciousness, non-epileptic seizure, non-epileptic seizures, relaxation therapy, seizure, seizures

  

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  Amanda’s Story: Recovery from Debilitating Seizures

  November 16, 2016

  In 2016 Amanda Gennaro become the first patient in Western Pennsylvania treated for Hypothalamic Hamartoma using MRI-guided laser thermal ablation.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Neurosurgery

  Categorized as: Neurosurgery and Brain Health

  Tagged with: epilepsy, neurosurgery, patient story, seizures

  

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  Brain Mapping Pinpoints Source of Epileptic Seizures

  June 3, 2015

  Brain mapping techniques help physicians find the cause of epilepsy. MEG, EEG, and MRI scans give a complete picture of the brain's functioning.Learn More

  Categorized as: Neurosurgery and Brain Health

  Tagged with: brain, brain mapping, brain scan, EEG, epilepsy, magnetic resonance imaging, MEG, MRI, neurosurgery, seizures

  

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  What’s the Difference Between Epileptic and Non-Epileptic Seizures?

  May 26, 2015

  Epilepsy is commonly though of as the primary cause of seizures. However, some types of seizures are not caused by electrical faults in the brain.Learn More

  Categorized as: Neurosurgery and Brain Health

  Tagged with: brain damage, epilepsy, Epileptic seizures, Focal epilepsy, medical mondays, partial seizures, seizures, stress, stroke, tunnel vision

  

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  How Much Ibuprofen Can I Take?

  April 4, 2024

  Ibuprofen is an effective painkiller, but it's not safe for all. Find out if ibuprofen is for you, how much you can take, and the risks of ibuprofen overdose.Read More

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  Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness

  Tagged with: Discovery

  

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  Understanding Chronic Stroke and Stroke Recovery

  February 13, 2024

  Recovering from a stroke can take a long time. If you or someone you love has had a stroke, here's what you need to know about chronic stroke and recovery.Read More

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  Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Neurosurgery and Brain Health

  Tagged with: Consideration

  

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  What Is a Migraine Aura?

  February 2, 2024

  What is a migraine aura? Learn the common signs of migraine aura — and when to get help.Read More

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  Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness

  Tagged with: Discovery

  

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  What Is Magnesium Deficiency?

  November 29, 2023

  Magnesium is very important for your body. Having low magnesium levels in your body can prove dangerous. Learn more.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC

  Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition

  Tagged with: Discovery