Question 1

is generalized epilepsy a progressive, degenerative disorder?

Accepted Answer

Not progressive: Epilepsy is the term we use for recurrent seizures which are not caused by tumor or degenerative brain diseases. Although epilepsy may begin at any age, it usually does not worsen or cause increasing problems over time. However, a prolonged seizure can do permanent harm, so it is important to work closely with a neurologist to keep seizures well-controlled on meds which aren't causing side effects.

Question 2

epilepsy and e beta thalassemia are related? is epilepsy  occurred for thalassemia? if someone have both diseases then what will be the effect?

Accepted Answer

No: Beta thalassemia is not related to epilepsy ,and patient should be evaluated by neurology to find the cause of epilepsy.

Question 3

can my recently diagnosed epilepsy have to do with me having huntington's disease? are seizures an early symptom of hd?

Accepted Answer

Huntington disease : Usually present with irritability , mood symptoms, poor coordination and may include slow speech and seizure.

Question 4

hi dr. 
is it possible that one has a disease other than epilepsy if he had symptoms of simple partial seizure in 2012 then in 2014 and then now in 20?

Accepted Answer

Yes, but: the pattern you describe is common for partial seizure disorder.  ((% likely it is that

Question 5

does benign muscle fasciculations mean im at an increased risk of developing als in the future? or another neurological disease like epilepsy?

Accepted Answer

See neurologist: sounds like you have already seen a physician who gave you the diagnosis of benign fasciculations.  If still concerned I would see a neurologist.  You are not at risk for epilepsy.  If truly benign, you would not be at risk for other neurologic disorders.

Question 6

i have neutropenia, a autoimmune disease. also i have epilepsy and muscular dystrophy.  i have chronic bouts of sinus infection. what should i do?

Accepted Answer

Chronic sinusitis: Patient with immunodeficiency are prone to recurrent sinusitis caused by bacteria or fungus. See ENT doctor for culture, ct scan and treatment.

Question 7

my 75 year old mother has alzheimers, she doesnt speak and has stopped talking and walking. she also has arthritis and epilepsy. she has no other conditions. how do i help her be comfortable and free of other diseases, esp since she cant exercise?

Accepted Answer

Focus on comfort: Talk to her GP, your mother has signs of late dementia and the focus should be on comfort. Palliative care or hospice should be involved at this stage if available in the area.

Question 8

left back pain under my ribs for the last few nights, history-tbi with post traumatic epilepsy  (taking carbamazepine) non alcoholic fatty liver disease. also over the last year i have been to the er a few times and last time i was at the er (seizure) i w

Accepted Answer

Have it looked into: Nocturnal seizures can result in feeling beat up the next day (and having no recall of the seizure)  In any event your seizures are not completely controlled with the current therapy. Check your Tegretol level, liver function, sodium, magnesium, calcium, Vit D and Tegretol 10-11 epoxide. Consider a different approach to seizure prophylaxis.

Question 9

what does periventricular white matter changes mean on mri,have bells palsy since 2/14 due to lymes. also have mixed connective disease with lupus,htn,epilepsy,diabetes,copd,pulmonary fibrosis,sleep apnea,avavascular necrosis both hips ,i'm  52 ?

Accepted Answer

Nothing: Most of the time.  chronic periventricular white matter changes occur in all of us.  Some have it more severe than others (e.g. genetics, smoking, high cholesterol, etc).   Fortunately, has nothing to do with Bells Palsy.

Question 10

what medical remedies are safe for mood disorders in people with epilepsy?

Accepted Answer

Antidepressants...: Although antidepressants have not been well studied in epilepsy and can even cause seizures in someone not on their medication, antidepressants have been used safely.  Avoid wellbutrin, (bupropion) and Anafranil and talk to your doctor and tell them if you have epilepsy.

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Is generalized epilepsy a progressive, degenerative disorder?

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Epilepsy and e beta thalassemia are related? is epilepsy occurred for thalassemia? if someone have both diseases then what will be the effect?

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Can my recently diagnosed epilepsy have to do with me having huntington's disease? are seizures an early symptom of hd?

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Hi dr. is it possible that one has a disease other than epilepsy if he had symptoms of simple partial seizure in 2012 then in 2014 and then now in 20?

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Does benign muscle fasciculations mean im at an increased risk of developing als in the future? or another neurological disease like epilepsy?

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I have neutropenia, a autoimmune disease. also i have epilepsy and muscular dystrophy. i have chronic bouts of sinus infection. what should i do?

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My 75 year old mother has alzheimers, she doesnt speak and has stopped talking and walking. she also has arthritis and epilepsy. she has no other conditions. how do i help her be comfortable and free of other diseases, esp since she cant exercise?

A member asked:

Left back pain under my ribs for the last few nights, history-tbi with post traumatic epilepsy (taking carbamazepine) non alcoholic fatty liver disease. also over the last year i have been to the er a few times and last time i was at the er (seizure) i w

A member asked:

What does periventricular white matter changes mean on mri,have bells palsy since 2/14 due to lymes. also have mixed connective disease with lupus,htn,epilepsy,diabetes,copd,pulmonary fibrosis,sleep apnea,avavascular necrosis both hips ,i'm 52 ?

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What medical remedies are safe for mood disorders in people with epilepsy?

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