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7 Facts About Epilepsy

April 11, 2019

Epilepsy is much more common than you might think, though misconceptions about this condition are prevalent. These epilepsy facts clear the air.Read More

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

Tagged with: brain health, epilepsy, seizures
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What Causes Non-Epileptic Seizures?

April 2, 2019

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

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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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Tips for Life with Epilepsy (and How to Create a Seizure Safety Plan)

October 9, 2017

Epilepsy is a scary diagnosis. Life with epilepsy, though, can be managed. Here are some tips on how to manage epilepsy and create a seizure safety plan.Read More

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Categorized as: Neurosurgery and Brain Health

Tagged with: epilepsy, Epilepsy Foundation, neurological disorder, 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

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Categorized as: Neurosurgery and Brain Health

Tagged with: epilepsy, neurosurgery, patient story, seizures
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Stroke Vs Heart Attack: Signs and Symptoms

September 2, 2015

Heart attacks and stroke (also called "brain attacks") are quite different, but both can be life threatening. Learn how to tell the difference.Read More

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Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, Neurosurgery and Brain Health

Tagged with: heart attack, heart attack symptoms, myocardial infarction, seizures, stroke, stroke symptoms
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Adult Epilepsy and Mental Health

June 6, 2015

People with epilepsy tend to have higher rates of autismbeing autistic or having ADHD symptoms or depression than adults without epilepsy. Learn more about these relationships.Read More

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Categorized as: Mental Health, Neurosurgery and Brain Health

Tagged with: ADHD, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, autism, behavioral health, brain injury, depression, epilepsy, epilepsy seizure, medical mondays, mental health, seizures
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Epilepsy Causes and Seizure Triggers

June 4, 2015

Epilepsy causes are not always clear, but we do know a few factors that lead to it. Learn why understanding seizure triggers helps you be prepared.Read More

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Categorized as: Neurosurgery and Brain Health

Tagged with: Alzheimer's disease, Atherosclerosis, Brain tumor, diabetes, dizziness, epilepsy, epilepsy causes, epilepsy triggers, epileptic seizure, head injury, infection, medical mondays, seizure causes, seizure triggers, seizures, stress, stroke
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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.Read More

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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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Infographic: Epilepsy Causes and Risk Factors

May 28, 2015

Epilepsy affects around 3 million people in the US. Learn more about epilepsy, such as causes, triggers, and risk factors with this infographic.View Infographic

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Tagged with: brain health, epilepsy, infographic, medical mondays, neurosurgery, seizures