ETYMOLOGY OF THE WORD EPILEPSY
From Late Latin epilēpsia, from Greek, from epilambanein to attack, seize, from lambanein to take.
2 QUOTES WITH «EPILEPSY»
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epilepsy.
Hysteria, epilepsy, tuberculosis, and cancer were all found to result from the erratic propensities of a past life.
Epilepsy is a disease in the shadows. Patients are often reluctant to admit their condition - even to close family, friends or co-workers - because there's still a great deal of stigma and mystery surrounding the disease that plagued such historical figures as Julius Caesar, Edgar Allan Poe and Lewis Carroll.
10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «EPILEPSY»
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epilepsy in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to
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Describes the causes of epilepsy, different types of seizures, and methods of treatment, and tells how epileptics can lead a nearly normal life.
Richard Appleton, Anthony G. Marson, 2009
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Epilepsy: A Comprehensive Textbook
Written and edited by world-renowned authorities, this three-volume work is, to quote a reviewer, "the definitive textbook about seizures and epilepsy".
Jerome Engel, Timothy A. Pedley, Jean Aicardi, 2008
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Epilepsy: Patient and Family Guide
This guide will answer commonly asked questions about epilepsy, dispel uncertainties and fears, and encourage those diagnosed with epilepsy to become strong advocates in their medical care.
Part of the Oxford Neurology Library, this concise pocketbook highlights the importance of epilepsy, its diagnosis, the problems of misdiagnosis, and current thoughts on its pathogenesis, acute treatment and rehabilitation, in both children ...
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Photosensitive
Epilepsy
The most comprehensive review of current knowledge on photosensitive epilepsy in humans. A Mac Keith Press Publication
Graham F A Harding, Peter M Jeavons, 1994
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Epilepsy and Pregnancy: What Every Woman with
Epilepsy ...
In addition, the book includes guidelines for the use of antiepileptic drugs during pregnancy, recommendations and questions to ask their neurologist, recommended daily allowances by age group, glossary, and much more.
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Epilepsy: Models, Mechanisms and Concepts
This book considers a number of major concepts and models in epilepsy research, to advance understanding of the basic mechanisms involved.
Philip A. Schwartzkroin, 2007
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Epilepsy: frequency, causes and consequences
This is the definitive statistical study on the medical, psychological & social aspects of epilepsy.
W. Allen Hauser, Dale C. Hesdorffer, Epilepsy Foundation of America, 1990
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Epilepsy: A Guide to Balancing Your Life (Large Print 16pt)
Filled with helpful tables and illustrations, this guide will answer commonly asked questions about epilepsy, explain how it is diagnosed and treated C I both with medications and other treatment options.
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Handbook of
Epilepsy Treatment
The Handbook of Epilepsy Treatment will help you and your patient find the best path to control epilepsy for each individual's situation.
10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «EPILEPSY»
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Epilepsy Foundation helped our daughter
EDITOR: When our daughter was diagnosed with epilepsy at the beginning of eighth grade, our family was caught unprepared. Years later, we ... «Wausau Daily Herald, Jul 15»
Treating Girls-Only Epilepsy
Gecz has worked with the families of girls with this female-only epilepsy from all over the world and says while the condition affects everyone ... «Science 2.0, Jul 15»
Are You Providing Adequate Baseline Epilepsy Care?
Dr Fountain is professor of neurology at the University of Virginia in Charlottesville and an epilepsy expert. Dr Fountain, you are the lead author ... «Medscape, Jul 15»
Caerphilly thug jailed for vicious attack that left soldier with epilepsy
James Richards, 22, was wearing a brightly coloured orange tiger onesie when he attacked 20-year-old Jake Thomas. But Richards was then ... «Daily Mail, Jul 15»
New study confirms neuroprotective role of PrPC against epilepsy
We used 4 animal models to really test the hypothesis of the neuroprotective function of PrPC against epilepsy. " The Result? "PrPC definitely ... «News-Medical.net, Jul 15»
Adverse pregnancy outcomes far more likely in epilepsy
Women with epilepsy are at considerably heightened risk for many adverse outcomes during hospitalisation for labour and delivery, including a ... «OnMedica, Jul 15»
Family raising money for epilepsy
Hayden is living with a rare form of severe refractory epilepsy and "Heroes for Hayden" was put in place to help raise money for Hayden's ... «Orléans Star, Jul 15»
Hormone Find Leads to Clinical Trials for Girls-Only Epilepsy
An expert in genetics, working with an international research team, has found that girls with a rare form of female-only epilepsy have a ... «PsychCentral.com, Jul 15»
Carlisle epilepsy man spared prison over street row
“He has spent time in the care of the crisis care team relating to his difficulties with epilepsy and his reaction after he has suffered a fit. «News & Star, Jul 15»
First-in-class epilepsy treatment Fycompa launches in the UK
Fycompa is for the treatment of primary generalised tonic-clonic (PGTC) seizures in adults and with idiopathic generalised epilepsy (IGE). «European Pharmaceutical Review, Jul 15»
