Hypertension During Pregnancy Linked to Later Development of Neurological Disorders in Mothers: Study
Women diagnosed with eclampsia during pregnancy have a five times greater risk of developing epilepsy later in life, researchers have found.
Tag Archives: Epilepsy
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Pregnant Women with Epilepsy Need More Perinatal and Maternal Support: Study
Side effects of epilepsy drugs like Depakote during pregnancy have been linked to an increased risk of birth defects and developmental disorders among children in previous studies.
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Study Warns About Autism from Depakote, Similar Antiseizure Drugs When Used During Pregnancy
Findings come after numerous prior studies have also linked side effects of Depakote during pregnancy to an increase of autism, as well as other intellectual disabilities in children.
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Preterm Birth Linked to Autism, ADHD, Epilepsy Later in Life: Study
Moderate to late preterm births account for 80% of all preterm births, researchers noted.
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Both Epilepsy and Anti-Seizure Drugs Increase Osteoporosis Risk, Study Warns
Researchers are calling for improved bone density screening for patients taking anti-seizure medications due to epilepsy.
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Depakote Use During Pregnancy Linked to Psychiatric Problems in Childhood, Study Warns
The study also found increased risks of ADHD among children whose mothers used Topamax during pregnancy, and ADHD and anxiety among those who used Keppra XR.
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Maternal Diabetes May Increase Risk of Autism, ADHD and Cerebral Palsy in Children: Study
Different types of maternal diabetes carried different risks for autism and other types of developmental delays, researchers warn
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High-Dose Folic Acid During Pregnancy May Increase Cancer Risk for Children, When Mother Also Takes Epilepsy Drugs
High doses of folic acid are often used to prevent birth defects for women taking epilepsy drugs like Depakote and Topamax
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Problems with Gabapentin Misuse are a Sign of Improper Prescribing: Report
Gabapentin problems with misuse and abuse are increasing, with overdoses often involving the use of opioid medications as well, researchers found.
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Children Face Risk of Autism, Intellectual Disabilities After Exposure to Depakote, Topamax During Pregnancy
Taking Depakote or Topamax during pregnancy increased the risk of a child being born with autism or intellectual disabilities two to four times.
