Epilepsy & Pregnancy

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Overview

Approximately 1 million women of childbearing age in the United States suffer from epilepsy Concerns these women have about conception and pregnancy involve the choice and use of medication, dosing schedules, and seizure management.



During pregnancy, antiepileptic drug (AED) treatment, hormonal changes, and vitamin deficiency can affect seizure patterns, even for women who have had excellent seizure control in the past. These and genetic factors may increase the risk fo...Read the full article