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GlossaryEpilepsy

neurological disorder causing recurrent, unprovoked seizures

Epilepsy, also known as Seizure Disorder, is a neurological condition characterized by recurrent, unprovoked seizures. These seizures are caused by abnormal electrical activity in the brain, which can lead to a variety of symptoms ranging from brief lapses in attention or muscle jerks to severe and prolonged convulsions. The condition can be managed with medication, lifestyle changes, and sometimes surgery, but it requires careful diagnosis and treatment by a healthcare professional.

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research Reproductive Dysfunction in Women With Epilepsy: Recommendations for Evaluation and Management

107 citations , August 2002 in “Journal of Neurology, Neurosurgery, and Psychiatry”

Women with epilepsy should be monitored for reproductive issues, which can be caused by epilepsy or its treatments, especially when using valproate.

research Cosmetic Side Effects of Antiepileptic Drugs in Adults With Epilepsy

46 citations , December 2014 in “Epilepsy & behavior”

Some antiepileptic drugs can cause weight gain and hair loss, especially in women.

research Reproductive Dysfunction in Women with Epilepsy

34 citations , January 2008 in “International Review of Neurobiology”

Epilepsy and certain epilepsy drugs can lead to reproductive problems in women, but changing medication might improve these issues.

research Hair Loss with Levetiracetam in Five Patients with Epilepsy

13 citations , November 2013 in “Seizure: European Journal of Epilepsy”

Levetiracetam may cause hair loss, which can potentially reverse with lower doses or stopping the drug.

$Behavioral Effects and Somnolence Due to Levetiracetam Versus Oxcarbazepine: A Retrospective Comparison Study of North Indian Patients with Refractory Epilepsy$

research Behavioral Effects and Somnolence Due to Levetiracetam Versus Oxcarbazepine: A Retrospective Comparison Study of North Indian Patients with Refractory Epilepsy

10 citations , October 2016 in “Epilepsy & behavior”

Levetiracetam often causes behavioral issues, while oxcarbazepine is more likely to cause sleepiness in epilepsy patients.

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community Anyone with Epilepsy or had Epilepsy taking Finasteride?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 4 upvotes 5 months ago

A 28-year-old male noticed hair thinning and is considering treatments like minoxidil and finasteride but is concerned about finasteride's potential effects on epilepsy. He has tried microneedling, tretinoin, and minoxidil with slight improvement.

community Better Than Minoxidil? Topical Sodium Valproate

in Research/Science 53 upvotes 1 year ago

Topical sodium valproate may promote hair growth by inhibiting GSK3β, allowing beta-catenin to proliferate, but it has potential side effects and requires more research. The conversation also mentions skepticism about a product called Vdphlo1, which includes sodium valproate and other ingredients.

community VDPHL-01 is Overrated and Ridiculous. This is just Oral Minoxidil.

in Research/Science 21 upvotes 1 year ago

VDPHL-01 is essentially a slow-release oral minoxidil, which is already known to work for hair growth. The formulation includes other ingredients like Medrogestone, Valproic acid, Setipiprant, and Cetirizine, but their effectiveness and necessity are questioned.

community Dutasteride broked my liver (maybe)

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 8 upvotes 3 years ago

A user shared their experience with high cholesterol, glucose, and potential metabolic syndrome after using Finasteride and Dutasteride for hair loss. They plan to improve their health with diet and exercise before considering medication.

community There’s a war against finasteride and dht blockers

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 399 upvotes 1 week ago

Finasteride is a controversial hair loss treatment, with some users experiencing positive results and others facing side effects like erectile dysfunction. The discussion emphasizes the importance of personal choice and informed decision-making.

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