Search Results for: epilepsy
A promising new antiseizure drug tailored to newborns
Neonatal seizures can lead to serious consequences, including significant cognitive and motor disabilities, lifelong epilepsy, and death. They are often highly …Read More
Finding a nutrition plan that works for your family
Every day, millions of people follow specialized diets for myriad reasons. These can include religious or ethical beliefs, allergies or …Read More
I had a seizure. Here’s what I learned.
I was 11 when I had my seizure. I’m 15 now. I’ve learned a lot since that night, and I …Read More
A ‘pump’ gene’s surprising role in early brain formation
In polymicrogyria, the cortex of the brain has many irregular, small folds (gyria) and disorganization of its layers. Many affected …Read More
Motor neurons made from patients’ cells reveal possible ALS drugs and targets
Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a severe, fatal neurodegenerative disorder causing loss of motor neurons and voluntary muscle action. While …Read More
Can we explain sudden infant deaths? It’s complicated.
Since the early 1990s, “Back to Sleep” campaigns have urged parents to place infants to bed on their backs to …Read More
Pinpointing Karlijn’s seizures: Neurosurgery helps teen get back to her life
Karlijn Kuiper was visiting her home country of the Netherlands a few years ago when the trouble began. At first, …Read More
Tuber locations associated with infantile spasms map to a common brain network
About half of all babies with tuberous sclerosis complex (TSC) develop infantile spasms, a type of epilepsy that can have …Read More
Predicting pediatric seizures with a wristband: Study shows what’s possible
The ability to track seizures has a number of potential benefits: It could allow physicians to better determine optimal dosing …Read More
‘Anything is possible’: The sky’s the limit for teen with cerebral palsy
Jack Goldberg is on a mission. “I want other kids to see that if you work hard and put your …Read More