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GlossaryCatamenial Epilepsy

seizure frequency increases during menstrual cycle due to hormonal changes

Catamenial Epilepsy, also known as Menstrual Epilepsy, is a type of epilepsy where seizure frequency is linked to the menstrual cycle. This condition is thought to be influenced by hormonal fluctuations, particularly the levels of estrogen and progesterone, which can affect neuronal excitability and seizure thresholds.

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research Progesterone, Neurosteroids, and the Hormonal Basis of Catamenial Epilepsy

30 citations , February 2003 in “Annals of Neurology”

Progesterone and related compounds may help control seizures linked to the menstrual cycle but have limitations that need addressing.

research Effect of Neurosteroid Withdrawal on Spontaneous Recurrent Seizures in a Rat Model of Catamenial Epilepsy

24 citations , January 2007 in “The FASEB Journal”

Neurosteroid withdrawal increases seizure frequency in a rat model of catamenial epilepsy.

research Ferulic Acid Inhibits Catamenial Epilepsy Through Modulation Of Female Hormones

August 2022 in “Metabolic Brain Disease”

Ferulic acid may help control menstrual cycle-related epilepsy by affecting female hormones.

research A Mouse Kindling Model of Perimenstrual Catamenial Epilepsy

49 citations , March 2012 in “Journal of Pharmacology and Experimental Therapeutics”

Neurosteroids help reduce seizures, but their withdrawal increases seizure activity.

research Ferulic Acid Inhibits Catamenial Epilepsy Through Modulation of Female Hormones

August 2021 in “Research Square (Research Square)”

Ferulic acid can reduce seizures and depression-like behaviors in catamenial epilepsy by balancing hormones and brain enzyme activity.

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