Blog Topic: Epilepsy

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  Someone is Having A Seizure: What Should You Do?

  February 25, 2021

  You’re in the grocery store and suddenly you hear a commotion. Another shopper is on the floor—convulsing. You’re terrified. What should you do? Beyond calling 9-1-1, knowing what to do—and what not to do—when someone is having a seizure could mean the difference between safely allowing the seizure to pass and causing an injury.

  Epilepsy
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  Mapping Epileptic Networks with Virtual Cortical Resection

  January 06, 2020

  Brian Litt, MD and Danielle Bassett, PhD, have been working on developing virtual cortical resection (VCR) technology. Learn more about how this promising method helps guide epilepsy surgery, leading to better patient outcomes.

  Epilepsy
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  Is Pregnancy Safe for Women with Epilepsy? 7 Myths About Epilepsy and Pregnancy

  August 20, 2019

  Epilepsy and pregnancy: Is it a safe combo? Here are 7 myths about epilepsy and pregnancy — debunked.

  Epilepsy
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  The Curious Case of Epileptic Seizures: What Triggers a Seizure?

  August 19, 2019

  Seizure triggers are different for everyone. If you have epilepsy, what could cause your seizures? Some of the answers may surprise you

  Epilepsy
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  Stop the Cascade of Damage in Neuro-Critical Patients

  May 24, 2017

  The Penn Brain Tumor Center gives patients access to an unparalleled forum of innovative clinical trials.

  Brain Tumor Epilepsy Parkinson’s Disease
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  Transitioning to Adulthood with Epilepsy: What Should You Know?

  October 17, 2016

  Transitioning to adulthood can be confusing for anyone—but especially for people with epilepsy. Here are 7 questions you need to ask your physician.

  Epilepsy
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  Seeking Cures in Epilepsy Research: Is a Clinical Trial Right for You?

  October 12, 2016

  A clinical trial is a great way to move epilepsy research forward. Should you participate in one?

  Epilepsy
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  Can New Therapy Stop Epileptic Seizures?

  May 27, 2015

  You’ve tried just about everything to get the seizures to stop. The good news is that you may have other options; alternatives to major surgery that may help control your intractable epilepsy.

  Epilepsy
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  13 Terms Explaining How Laser Ablation Stops Seizures

  May 20, 2015

  If you or a loved one has been living with uncontrollable seizures, your doctor may mention a treatment option called “laser ablation.”

  Epilepsy
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  The Truth About Medical Marijuana And Epilepsy Treatment

  May 20, 2015

  Patients and parents desperate to manage severe cases of epilepsy like Dravet syndrome, which is treatment-resistant and involves multiple seizures, have looked to medical marijuana for relief. But not everyone is fully on board.

  Epilepsy