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Transition from children's to adult health services

… Make sure they’re fully aware of the importance of taking anti-seizure medications as prescribed , and what could happen if … sure they know about and record the side effects of the anti-seizure medication they’re taking to share with their …

Vagus nerve stimulation

… (VNS) for epilepsy treatment: A critical review. Seizure . 2020;83:104-123. … activity in your brain.   Most people carry on taking anti-seizure medication (meds) alongside their VNS … example, your seizures haven’t stopped even after taking anti-seizure meds. This type of epilepsy is sometimes called …

Contraception and epilepsy

… a popular choice, however it’s not recommended if you take anti-seizure medication (ASMs).  … Similarly to the implant and … what contraception I can, and should, go on whilst being on anti-epileptic drugs. Growing up is scary, even more so when …

Epilepsy and emotional disorders

…  Some common issues can include:  bullying  fear of seizures and injury  dependence on adults for care  difficulty coping with anti-seizure medication side effects  having a poor … having poor seizure control taking more than one anti-seizure medication side effects of anti-seizure

Frequently asked questions

… all aspects of epilepsy, from key facts, causes, syndromes, seizures, diagnosis and treatments to taking care of … steps that can help you to avoid medicines shortages. … Anti-seizure medications are the main treatment for … with epilepsy need to make informed decisions about their anti-seizure medications in relation to contraception and …

Healthcare professionals – who’s who?

… including:   … Newborn babies If your baby had seizures in their first few days of life, you’ll probably … some investigations and tests, and they will prescribe the anti-seizure medications. … Older children If you were at … them informed so they can continue to prescribe the same anti-seizure medication, monitor your child’s treatment and …

Difficulty getting your meds?

… have seen previous disruptions in the supply of essential anti-seizure medications, and we know this can have serious … for epilepsy.   If you are worried about your supply of anti-seizure medications or are having difficulty getting …

Self-limited epilepsy (SeLECTS)

… options.   In a small number of children with SeLECTS, the anti-seizure medications carbamazepine, oxcarbazepine and … learning and understanding).  For some children taking anti-seizure medication for SeLECTS, there may be a slight …

Support at school

… A good seizure description can help everyone to recognise what … Seizure patterns  Changes in behaviour  Changes in anti-seizure medication   School staff could include a … Written permission from you and the headteacher for any anti-seizure medication to be given to your child during the …