Epilepsy And GABA Full size image available below. epilepsy and GABA. Years of research on the brain s message delivery system is paying off for patients with epilepsy. http://web.sfn.org/content/Publications/BrainBriefings/epilepsy.html
Extractions: Login Directory Merchandise Contact Us ... Abstracts/Annual Meeting Publications Full size image available below Epilepsy and GABA Years of research on the brain's message delivery system is paying off for patients with epilepsy. Scientists discovered that abnormal levels of chemicals such as GABA unbalance the system and may cause a seizure. Now they are developing new treatments that promote harmony in the message delivery system and efficiently ward off seizures. When a chemical thunderstorm churns in the brain, messages normally delivered with precision from one cell to the next gush out of control. This flood of nerve cell chatter may trigger parts of your body to contract rapidly, your mouth to salivate, a feeling of "deja vu" and even a total blackout a seizure. For years scientists have been analyzing the brain's message delivery system in order to find ways to control seizures. People who experience repeated seizures suffer from epilepsy. This ailment is one of the most prevalent neurological disorders, afflicting approximately one percent of Americans about 2.5 million people. Seizures can occur in healthy children, adults and the elderly as well as those with other disorders such as a brain injury. Traditional medications are not successful for all patients and carry numerous side effects. Now after a 15-year drought, several new epilepsy drugs are close to approval in the United States. Many of these recent developments stem from the discovery of the chemical GABA (gamma-amino butyric acid) in 1950.
Charge - The Experience Of Epilepsy Aims to promote social understanding and acceptance of this disease by demystifying the processes in the human brain which lead to seizure. Includes a bulletin board. http://www.charge.org.uk
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Epilepsy Foundation Of Oregon Assists residents of the state of Oregon and Clark County, Washington with a variety of services. http://www.epilepsyoregon.org/
Familydoctor.org/handouts/214.html Your Animal s Health with Dr. Wendell O. BelfieldThe Web Magazine for Modern Pet Owners Idiopathic epilepsy by Dr. Wendell O. Belfield Back Issue Index Arthritis and Related Joint Diseases of the Canine Sodium http://familydoctor.org/handouts/214.html
Extractions: Advanced Search familydoctor.org Home Conditions A to Z Epilepsy What is epilepsy? What should I do when someone has a seizure? If I have epilepsy, do I have to take medicine every day? What should I do if I forget to take my medicine? ... Can I drive if my seizures are under control? Printer-friendly version Email this article Epilepsy is a disorder of the brain. In people with epilepsy, brain cells create abnormal electricity that causes seizures. A seizure may cause "jerking" movements. In some cases, seizures cause only a loss of consciousness, a period of confusion, a staring spell or muscle spasms. A single seizure is not considered epilepsy. People with epilepsy have repeated episodes of seizures. Epilepsy is not a mental illness, and it is not a sign of low intelligence. It is also not contagious. Between seizures, a person with epilepsy is no different from anyone else. Return to top If you have epilepsy, you may want to share the following information with your family, friends and coworkers. If someone near you has a seizure, use the following general guidelines: Stay calm.
Neurology Section, University Of Chicago Weiss Hospital Offers details on the advanced diagnosis and treatment of epilepsy, Parkinson's Disease, headache, sleep disorders and other neurological disorders. http://aehle.neurohub.net/
Neuroscience For Kids - Epilepsy Peter the Great Russian Czar (1682-1725), Lord Byron - Poet (1788-1824). Types of epilepsy. There are many types of epilepsy. Treatment for epilepsy. Drugs. http://faculty.washington.edu/chudler/epi.html
Extractions: Epilepsy Epilepsy is NOT contagious and people with epilepsy are NOT "crazy." The word "epilepsy" comes from a Greek word meaning "to possess, seize or hold." Because the brain uses electrochemical energy , any disruption of the electrical processes in the brain may cause abnormal functioning. Unfortunately, this is what happens during epilepsy: neurons in the cerebral hemispheres misfire and create abnormal electrical activity. People with epilepsy have seizures that that are a bit like an electrical brainstorm. The seizure prevents the brain from: Epilepsy is a fairly common neurological disorder. It occurs in about 1 in every 100-200 people. Throughout history there have been many famous people who have had epilepsy: Famous People with Epilepsy Julius Caesar - Roman Statesman (100-44 B.C.) Napoleon Bonaparte - Emperor of France (1769-1821) George Frederick Handel - Composer (1685-1759) Vincent van Gogh - Painter (1853-1890) Fyodor Dostoevski - Writer (1821-1881) Pius IX - Pope (1792-1878) Peter the Great - Russian Czar (1682-1725) Lord Byron - Poet (1788-1824) There are many types of epilepsy. Each type of epilepsy has different behavioral effects and is treated with different methods. In some cases, people know they are about to have a seizure because they see or hear something, or feel dizzy, nauseous, or "strange." This is called an
Connecticut - Home Offers information on the condition, volunteering, support groups, activities and events. http://www.epilepsyfoundation.org/connecticut/
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Suncoast Epilepsy Association, Inc. (SEA) Web Page Suncoast epilepsy Association, Inc., (SEA), is a local, nonprofit organization committed to serving people affected by epilepsy through Case Management http://pppl.tblc.lib.fl.us/sesweb/
Extractions: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm M ission ... Suncoast Epilepsy Association, Inc., (SEA), is a local, non-profit organization committed to serving people affected by epilepsy through Case Management, Education, Advocacy, Referral, and Psychosocial Support programs. In addition, SEA is committed to preventing the development of epilepsy and seizures whenever possible. - Branch Offices - Suncoast Epilepsy Association, Inc.
Epilepsy Research University of Florida and Gainesville Veterans Administration Medical Center conducts a variety of http://epilepsy.health.ufl.edu/
Epilepsy Foundation Of Virginia Offers a wide range of programs and services to meet the varied needs of people with epilepsy, their families, friends, coworkers, and employers. http://www.efva.org/
Oxfordshire Epilepsy Network - Homepage Oxfordshire epilepsy Network Homepage, epilepsy is the UK s most common serious neurological condition. David Popham. OEN Co-Chairman. epilepsy in Education. http://ourworld.compuserve.com/homepages/nse_oxfordshire_epilepsy_network/
Extractions: Oxfordshire Epilepsy Network - Homepage Epilepsy is the UK's most common serious neurological condition. One in one hundred children and one in two hundred adults have epilepsy. The Oxford and District epilepsy support group had for a number of years offered support and information to those affected by epilepsy. Now with a new name, Oxfordshire Epilepsy Network, we are committed to building on the firm foundation set down by our past chairman Martin Lake. Support will continue to be offered through individual or group contact with representatives of the network, and with others in the community, who, often with the benefit of personal experience, are able to listen with empathy and to feed back ideas for building a new and positive way of living with epilepsy. At both regional and national level, action is being taken to dispel the myths that for some are still the misinformed reality of epilepsy . Through the new epilepsy in education initiative - the mobile information stand - the new telephone support and information line - and the group seminar programme, we have substantially improved our ability to deliver up to date information, to the public, to other community support organisations, to educators, and to employers. Our important link with the National Society for Epilepsy will this year become a vital part of our service, providing public relations and fund-raising support, as well as up to the minute information on medical developments in the treatment of Epilepsy.
Neurological Institute Of Savannah Information about epilepsy, stroke, aneurysms, migraine headaches, surgical and nonsurgical treatments from this Georgia based center. http://neurologicalinstitute.com/
Job Accommodation Network JAN Logo. ACCOMMODATION IDEAS FOR EMPLOYEES WITH epilepsy By Suzanne R. Gosden, MA Preface. Employees with epilepsy Questions and Answers. http://www.jan.wvu.edu/media/epilepsy.html
Extractions: By Suzanne R. Gosden, MA Preface Introduction: Terminology This terminology is taken in part or in whole from the Epilepsy Foundation at http://www.efa.org and the National Society for Epilepsy http://www.epilepsynse.org.uk/pages/index/home/ Generalized tonic clonic seizures, also called grand mal seizures , look like a sudden cry or fall; the individual may lose consciousness. The individual will exhibit rigidity, followed by muscle jerks, shallow or temporarily suspended breathing, bluish skin, and possible loss of bladder control. This seizure may last a couple of minutes. The individual may experience some confusion and/or fatigue, followed by a return to full consciousness. Generalized absence seizures or petit mal seizures look like a blank stare, beginning and ending abruptly, lasting only a few seconds. Other behaviors exhibited may include rapid blinking or some chewing movements of the mouth.
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Extractions: Tuesday, June 8, 2004 webcast NPS Pharmaceuticals is currently developing drug candidates ranging from the earliest stages of discovery research to late-stage clinical trials. Several of these drugs target diseases and disorders that represent poorly met or unmet medical needs. These conditions affect some of the most important systems in the human body including: skeletal endocrinological gastrointestinal central nervous system The commitment of the people of NPS Pharmaceuticals is to build an enduring worldwide company, the purpose of which is to develop innovative drugs to maintain human health and relieve suffering. This commitment is founded on principles of honesty , hard work, respect, the constant quest for knowledge, and the realization of marketplace success.
Epilepsy - Internet Handbook Of Neurology Hungary. epilepsy. Professionals. Overview. epilepsy Goetz Textbook of Clinical Neurology, 1999; Seizures and epilepsy - University of Utah; http://www.neuropat.dote.hu/epilepsy.htm
WHO: Epilepsy Location WHO Health topics epilepsy. epilepsy. This page RELATED LINKS. Neurological disorders, including epilepsy. HIV/AIDS. 3 by http://www.who.int/health_topics/epilepsy/en/
Extractions: WHO sites Location: WHO Health topics Epilepsy This page provides links to descriptions of activities, reports, news and events, as well as contacts and cooperating partners in the various WHO programmes and offices working on this topic. Also shown are links to related web sites and topics. MeSH scope note: A disorder characterized by recurrent episodes of paroxysmal brain dysfunction due to a sudden, disorderly, and excessive neuronal discharge. Epilepsy classification systems are generally based upon: (1) clinical features of the seizure episodes (e.g., motor seizure), (2) etiology (e.g., post-traumatic), (3) anatomic site of seizure origin (e.g., frontal lobe seizure), (4) tendency to spread to other structures in the brain, and (5) temporal patterns (e.g., nocturnal epilepsy). (From Adams et al., Principles of Neurology, 6th ed, p313) FACT SHEETS Epilepsy: epidemiology, etiology and prognosis
What Is Epilepsy Or A Seizure Goto the home page epilepsy and Seizures. Dr epilepsy. epilepsy is simply a condition where the patient experiences recurrent seizures. http://members.aol.com/henryhbk/seizure.html
Extractions: Although much remains to be learned about the causes and treatment of seizures, the following is a guide for the layman for understanding and managing seizures and epilepsy. Epilepsy is simply a condition where the patient experiences recurrent seizures. This article will apply both to humans as well as animals, with the understanding that some of the treatments may only apply to one or the other. Seizures are both mysterious and frightening, and can range from the mildly annoying to life threatening in severity. Seizures were often referred to historically as convulsions or fits. Seizures are classified on several dimensions, including the amount of the body they affect, the cause and the duration. Seizures can be broken down into 3 basic classes (there are many more, but in a big-picture sense) by how much of the body is affected: Grand Mal A Grand Mal or Tonic-Clonic seizure involves the complete body in a convulsion
Canadian Epidemiology Of Epilepsy Network Canadian Epidemiology of epilepsy Network. CEEN. The Canadian League Against epilepsy. This site is supported by an unrestricted http://www.medlib.com/ceen/
The Comprehensive Epilepsy Center At The Long Island Jewish Medical Center - Uro Contact information for Alan B. Ettinger, M.D., Chief of the Division of epilepsy and Electroencephalography in the Department of Neurology at Long Island Jewish Medical Center in New Hyde Park, New York. http://www.neurologychannel.com/limedcent/
Extractions: Alan B. Ettinger, M.D. is Chief of the Division of Epilepsy and Electroencephalography, Department of Neurology, at Long Island Jewish Medical Center in New Hyde Park, New York, and director of the Huntington Hospital Seizure Monitoring Program in Huntington, New York. He is Associate Professor in the Department of Clinical Neurology at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine. Dr. Ettinger has focused his research activities on the topic of psychiatric issues in epilepsy. He has been a principal investigator in numerous investigational antiepileptic drug trials and is currently performing epidemiological research on the topic of depression in community-based epilepsy patients. Dr. Ettinger has directed several national and regional epilepsy symposia. He has published widely in peer-review journals on depression in epilepsy and psychogenic non-epileptic seizures, has edited a journal supplement and two textbooks. He has co-authored the book "The Essential Patient Handbook: Getting the Health Care You Need - From Doctors Who Know" (Ettinger AB, Weisbrot DM. in press Demos), a guide for teaching patients to advocate for their needs when meeting with the physician. He is also on the editorial board of several epilepsy journals, serves on national committees of the American Academy of Neurology and American Epilepsy Society and is the moderator at the psychiatric interest group sessions at the annual American Epilepsy Society meetings. Dr. Ettinger is president of the Long Island Epilepsy Foundation Professional Advisory Board and is a member of the national Professional Advisory Board of the Epilepsy Foundation of America. He is the recipient of the Epilepsy Foundation of Long Island's 2004 Professional Achievement Award and will be the co-recipient of the March of Dimes Long Island Chapter's humanitarian award in October 2004. He is one of four neurologists throughout Long Island and Queens listed by New York Magazine as one of the "best doctors."
