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I am epileptic and have been since age 9 i am currently 28 would it be safe for both me and baby if i were to get pregnant?
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Depends: Some medications used to treat epilepsy can trigger birth defects, others not. If your seizures are controlled by medication you should discuss any pregnancy plans with your doc before you start.
Answered 8/14/2020
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