epilepsy : Science World Report

Jun 02, 2014 09:47 AM EDT

New Epilepsy Treatment May Prevent Seizures with a Pill

There may be a new way for those with epilepsy to suppress seizures. Researchers may have created a new treatment for drug-resistant epilepsy that allows someone to take a pill in order to keep a seizure at bay.

May 30, 2014 09:41 AM EDT

The Link between Epilepsy and Autism

Previous studies have shown that nearly one-third of patients with an autism spectrum disorder also have epilepsy. Up until recently, however, only limited clinical research showed a connection between the two neurological conditions.

Apr 17, 2014 11:53 PM EDT

Anti-Seizure Drug Ezogabine may Help Reduce Alcohol Consumption

Researchers from the Boston University School of Medicine have found that the anti-seizure drug ezogabine could potentially help in the road to recovery from alcoholism.

Feb 20, 2014 09:56 PM EST

Is there a Link between Seizures and Metabolism? Study

A recent study explores the possible connection between metabolic defects and seizures. Researchers have found that diet may influence some individual's susceptibility to this health issue. The findings also showed that a common diabetes drug may be used in treating epilepsy disorders.

Jul 31, 2013 01:00 PM EDT